Sid-Kiara’s Saraayah to Raghav-Parineeti’s Neer: Celebrity babies born in 2025 and the meaning behind their names

As 2025 draws to a close, the Indian entertainment industry celebrates a year defined by new beginnings. From surprise announcements to highly anticipated arrivals, several high-profile couples expanded their families this year. Here is a look at the stars who embraced parenthood in 2025, the significance of the names they chose for their juniors.

Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal

Bollywood’s power couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, who tied the knot in a grand ceremony in December 2021, welcomed their first child—a baby boy—on November 7, 2025. Katrina had managed to keep her pregnancy away from the spotlight until she was seven months along in September. While the couple has shared their joy with fans, they have not yet officially revealed the name of their son.

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha

Actress Parineeti Chopra and AAP politician Raghav Chadha, who married in September 2023, became parents to a son on October 19, 2025. A month later, they announced his name is Neer. Derived from Sanskrit, Neer translates to “water,” representing purity and the essential flow of life.

Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra

The Shershaah duo, married since February 2023, welcomed a baby girl on July 15, 2025. In late November, they shared the first glimpse of their daughter and introduced her as Saraayah. The name has Hebrew origins meaning “Princess of God.” This is the first child for the couple.

Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul

Actress Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul, who wed in January 2023, welcomed their daughter on March 24, 2025. The arrival was particularly special as it coincided with Rahul’s birthday. They named her Evara, which carries the beautiful meaning of “gift from God.”

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Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi

Tollywood favorites Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi, who tied the knot in a picturesque Italian wedding in November 2023, also joined the parents’ club in 2025. The couple welcomed their first child, adding a new chapter to the Mega family legacy.

Arbaaz Khan and Shhura Khan

Actor-director Arbaaz Khan and make-up artist Shhura Khan, married in December 2023, welcomed a baby girl on October 5, 2025. They named her Sipara, a name that means “beautiful woman” in Arabic and “flower” in Persian. While this is Shhura’s first child, it is Arbaaz’s second; he has a son, Arhaan, from his previous marriage to Malaika Arora.

Premgi Amaran and Indu

In the Tamil film industry, actor-composer Premgi Amaran and his wife Indu, who married in June 2024, were blessed with a baby girl on 19th of November 2025. The news was marked as a celebratory moment for the Kollywood fraternity.

Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa

Celebrating their fourth wedding anniversary with the ultimate gift, Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa welcomed a baby girl on November 15, 2025. The couple, who married in 2021 after a decade-long relationship, have kept the name of their newborn private for now.

Redin Kingsley and Sangeetha

Tamil actor Redin Kingsley and his wife, actress Sangeetha, welcomed a baby girl on April 2, 2025. The couple had a low-key wedding in December 2023, and their daughter’s arrival has been a major highlight for their fans and well-wishers in the South Indian film industry.

Zaheer Khan and Sagarika Ghatge

Former cricketer Zaheer Khan and actress Sagarika Ghatge, married since 2017, welcomed a baby boy on April 16, 2025. They named him Fatehsinh Khan. The name Fatehsinh signifies a “victorious or triumphant lion,” symbolizing strength and bravery.

Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth

Ishita Dutta and Vatsal Sheth, who married in 2017, became parents for the second time on June 10, 2025, welcoming a baby girl named Veda. In Sanskrit, Veda signifies “knowledge,” “wisdom,” and “enlightenment.” The couple already has a son named Vayu, who was born in 2023.

Ileana D’Cruz and Michael Dolan

Ileana D’Cruz and her husband Michael Dolan welcomed their second child, a son, on June 19, 2025. They named him Keanu Rafe Dolan. Keanu means “cool breeze,” while Rafe signifies the “essence of nature.” The couple also has an older son named Koa.

Other Notable Arrivals

• Sana Khan and Anas Saiyad: Welcomed their second child, a son named Syed Hassan Jamil, on January 5, 2025.
• Amy Jackson and Ed Westwick: Welcomed their son Oscar Alexander Westwick on March 24, 2025.