Amber Heard is once again the victim of internet backlash, and this time it’s all because of her daughter’s name.
Heard, the actress known for her roles in films like Aquaman and The Rum Diary, is no stranger to public scrutiny.
From her high-profile marriage and subsequent legal battles with actor Johnny Depp, to her outspoken activism on various social issues, Heard has often found herself in the media spotlight.
However, the latest wave of attention directed at her has little to do with her film career or activism. Instead, it revolves around the name of her daughter, which has sparked a flurry of online trolling and debate.
Amber Heard is once again the victim of internet backlash, and this time it’s all because of her daughter’s name. Credit: @amberheard/InstagramPeople have had a lot to say about the controversial name choice, and have taken to social media to share their thoughts.
One took to X, formerly Twitter, to say: “Amber Heard’s poor little baby girl will be bullied so bad because of her name.”
Another wrote: “This name makes me think of someone who wears fur and conquers villages. People, please. Name your children reasonably.”
A third commenter joked: “Don’t know, could be worse… she could have named her Seenbutnever!”
While a fourth adds: “Whatever. It’s her choice to name her child what she wants. It’s not the worst I’ve heard. Look at Elon Musk’s kid – X A-something squared…”
Parenting in the public eye is no easy feat, especially when it comes to decisions that are as personal as naming a child.
Celebrities often face a unique set of challenges, including intense media scrutiny and the opinions of millions of strangers.
For Heard, this scrutiny has become all too familiar.
When she announced the birth of her daughter, the internet quickly buzzed with reactions.
Instead of focusing on the joyful news of a new life, many online commentators fixated on the name Heard chose for her daughter.
The actress shared the news of her daughter’s birth on Instagram in 2021, writing: “Four years ago, I decided I wanted to have a child. I wanted to do it on my own terms.
“A part of me wants to uphold that my private life is none of anyone’s business. I also get that the nature of my job compels me to take control of this.”
Heard then shared her daughter’s name with the world.
The name in question, which has been described by some as ‘unusual’ and ‘unique,’ quickly became a trending topic on social media platforms.
While some fans and followers praised Heard for her creativity and individuality, others were less kind.
Social media, often a breeding ground for negativity and harsh judgment, saw a wave of trolls mocking the name.
Critics argued that the name was too unconventional, claiming that it would lead to teasing and bullying as the child grows older.
The backlash highlighted a recurring theme in celebrity culture: the tendency for the public to judge and critique the personal choices of famous individuals.
Despite the negativity, there are those who have come to Heard’s defense, pointing out the double standards that often exist in the public’s treatment of celebrity parents.
When it comes to naming children, celebrities frequently opt for unique and memorable names.
This trend is not new, with famous examples ranging from Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter Apple to Elon Musk’s son X Æ A-12.
These names, while unconventional, are often seen as a form of artistic expression or a way to ensure that the child stands out.
And for Amber Heard, that love is embodied in the name of her daughter, Oonagh Paige.
While the actress hasn’t publicly explained the thought process behind her baby name choice, her middle name appears to be a tribute to her late mom, Paige Heard.
Heard announced her mother’s death in May 2020, a year before Oonagh was born.or
“I feel truly lucky to have been her daughter and been given the gift of having the light she shone on everyone, fall on me for nearly 34 years,” she captioned an Instagram post.
