Sigourney Weaver, the iconic American actress known for her roles in films like “Alien” and “Avatar,” chose a unique and meaningful name for her daughter. Weaver and her husband, Jim Simpson, welcomed their only child, Charlotte Simpson, in 1990.

The name Charlotte has French origins and means “free man” or “petite.” It’s a feminine form of Charles and has been a popular choice for royal families throughout history. In recent years, the name has seen a resurgence in popularity, partly due to Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.

Weaver’s choice of Charlotte for her daughter reflects a classic and timeless sensibility. It’s a name that balances elegance with strength, much like Weaver’s own public persona. The actress, born Susan Alexandra Weaver, famously adopted her own stage name “Sigourney” at the age of 14, inspired by a minor character in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby.”

By choosing a more traditional name for her daughter, Weaver may have been aiming for a sense of normalcy in contrast to the often outlandish naming trends in Hollywood. Charlotte Simpson has largely stayed out of the spotlight, allowing her to forge her own identity separate from her famous mother’s career.