Megan Fox's daughter's name reflects poetry, power, and healing
Saga Blade Fox-Baker. That's the name Machine Gun Kelly shared this week in a heartfelt Instagram video—playing the ukulele and captioning it
'Saga Blade Fox-Baker thank you for the ultimate gift @meganfox'
—referring to the daughter he and Megan Fox welcomed in March 2025.
The name is striking. And for fans of Fox, it won't come as a total surprise. In her 2023 poetry collection Pretty Boys Are Poisonous, Fox opened up about experiencing a miscarriage, using vivid and emotional language to process her grief. From that deeply personal loss to the recent court filing announcing her daughter's name, Fox has long embraced poetic storytelling as a way to make meaning of her most intimate experiences.
While many headlines are focused on the couple's relationship timeline, the name itself is worth a deeper look. Because 'Saga Blade' isn't just edgy—it's emblematic of a growing shift in how parents name their children today.
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Fox previously revealed she experienced a pregnancy loss with MGK, sharing that the grief was profound. In her poetry, she wrote:'I want to hold your hand, hear your laugh … but now I have to say goodbye.'
Seen in that light, 'Saga Blade' feels like an act of meaning-making. A name with armor. A name that tells a story.
, referencing the goddess of storytelling and wisdom. It also suggests an epic personal journey—one that may reflect the emotional terrain Fox and MGK have traveled.
'Blade' adds sharpness and power. It could symbolize protection, survival, or even severance—the closing of one chapter and the claiming of another.
Together, Saga Blade is both delicate and fierce. A lyrical duality. And for many families navigating grief, healing, or transformation, that balance speaks volumes.
Mythical & literary namesFrom Athena to Saga, parents are drawing on goddesses, deities, and storybook figures for their timeless resonance.
Weapon-inspired middlesLike Arrow, Cannon, or Blade, these names evoke power and precision—often chosen after personal trials or to honor resilience.
Edgy one-syllable middlesWild. Reign. Knox. One-syllable names pack a punch and pair well with longer, more poetic firsts.
Inventive pairingsPairing a vintage or literary first name with a bold modern middle (like Saga Blade) is trending—especially among creative, meaning-driven parents.
Related: The most unique celebrity baby names
Not every baby name needs to be symbolic—but for many parents who've experienced loss, transition, or rebirth, naming becomes a form of storytelling. If you're navigating this journey, here are a few starting points:
1. Look to mythology or spiritual traditionNames like Saga, Kairos, or Iris can honor themes of time, healing, or renewal.
2. Combine softness with strengthA gentle first name (like Luna or Saga) with a strong middle (Blade, Stone) can represent the duality of your journey.
3. Use naming to reclaim your storyYou might choose a name that marks a turning point—or one that helps transform pain into purpose.
4. Trust your instinctsTraditional or not, the right name often feels right. It reflects your love, your growth, and your hope for the future.
Related: 'Views from My Front Door Camera': After miscarriage, a community's quiet acts of love bring healing
In choosing Saga Blade, Megan Fox and MGK didn't just pick a baby name—they chose a narrative. One that reflects loss, strength, creativity, and forward motion.
It might not show up on top 10 baby name lists. But it speaks to something more personal—and increasingly, more universal. Today's parents are writing their own rules when it comes to naming. And often, those names are the first chapter in a new beginning.
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