Hey there, friends! If you're anything like me, you probably celebrated like a champ when Chip and Joanna Gaines announced the arrival of their fifth baby on June 23. Ever since Chip shared the news on Twitter, I bet you've been scrolling through Joanna's Instagram for those heart-melting photos of her new "cuddle bug." But here's the thing—adorable as the whole situation is, the name they chose for their baby boy takes the cuteness factor to a whole new level.
Joanna, now 40, made the sweet reveal in an Instagram post that had fans swooning. She wrote, "Our baby boy, Crew Gaines, is here and we couldn’t be more in love. He made an unexpected (and speedy) entrance into the world two and a half weeks early—which is fitting given he was a sweet surprise from day one." Can you believe it? The Gaines family just keeps getting better and better!
View this post on InstagramOur baby boy, Crew Gaines, is here and we couldn’t be more in love. He made an unexpected (and speedy) entrance into the world two and a half weeks early – which is fitting given he was a sweet surprise from day one. Thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. We are so grateful.
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But here's the kicker—before Joanna officially announced the name, Chip dropped a pretty big hint. If you were paying attention, you might’ve noticed that Chip cleverly slipped his son’s name into the birth announcement. He wrote, "And then there were 5… The Gaines crew is now 1 stronger! 10 beautiful toes and 10 beautiful fingers all accounted for, and big momma is doing great!" Talk about a sneaky dad move!
Now, let’s face it—this little guy was destined to be adorable no matter what his parents named him. But let’s be honest, Crew Gaines is just the perfect name for this bundle of joy. Scroll down for five reasons why we think this name fits him like a glove!
1. It Breaks a Gaines Family Tradition
You might remember that all of Chip and Joanna's other kids follow a pretty specific naming pattern. The girls—Emmie Kay, 8, and Ella Rose, 11—have names that start with "E." Meanwhile, the boys—Duke, 9, and Drake, 13—have names that start with "D." But guess what? Crew Gaines throws all of that out the window. Isn’t that just so classic Gaines? Always keeping us on our toes!
View this post on InstagramOne of my favorite pics a friend showed me after Crew was born. They couldn't wait to meet their new baby brother ❤️
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2. It's Unique Without Being Too Out There
Crew isn’t your run-of-the-mill name like John or Paul, so it’s sure to stand out in a crowd. But at the same time, it’s not so far out there that people will be more focused on the name than the adorable baby attached to it. It’s that perfect balance between being memorable and not overly flashy.
3. It’s a Perfect Match for His Star Sign
Since Crew was born on June 23, he’s a Cancer. If you’re familiar with astrology, you know that Cancers are known for their intuition, emotion, intelligence, and passion. Doesn’t that sound like the perfect description for a "crew" of people? And we’re pretty sure it’s going to describe one very special little person named Crew, too.
4. It’s Gaining Popularity at Just the Right Time
According to People, the name "Crew" is relatively new on the baby name scene, first appearing in 1995. It’s quietly been gaining traction ever since actor Joshua Morrow chose it for his son in 2005. With the Gaines family’s influence, we wouldn’t be surprised if we start hearing about a lot more baby Crews popping up this year!
View this post on InstagramCuddle bug 😍
5. It Perfectly Sums Up the Gaines Family
When you look up the word "crew" in the dictionary, you’ll find that it means "a group of people who work together." Honestly, can you think of a better way to describe the Gaines family? They’re all about teamwork, creativity, and love—and we can’t wait to see how their little "crew" continues to grow and thrive. Congratulations to the Gaines family on this precious new addition!
This article originally appeared on our sister site, Woman's World.
