Robert Downey Jr. Welcomes Son Exton Elias

Congratulations on the birth of your baby boy! May you all be healthy and Happy. LOVE Robert Downey Jr. Amazing actor.

congrats! cute name. they seem so happy. nice to see.

Congratulations on your new baby, Team Downey. That baby’s gonna be another heartthrob in the making. 🙂

I think Exton works, especially when you already have a son named Indio. Different, just like Robert is himself. Congrats to the family!

Congrats to the Happy Couple. Cute name.

Congratulations to Robert and Susan!

I like the name a lot. It’s different, but not completely out there. I also think it’s neat that they chose Elias as the middle name too.

Congratulations on the new addition to the family! I remember well the troubles that RDJr went through the 90s; I’m happy that he’s found peace, success, and personal happiness.

Congrats to the both of them! they will make great parents!!!!!! 🙂

Robert Downey Jr’s father’s surname was Elias. He changed it to his stepfather’s name Downey per IMDB. RDJ gave a nod to his dad at the Golden Globes this year as well. I love the custom of sharing family names for the new generations like a prized family heirloom.

So great odd but not stupid name congrats family!!! Cant wait for Avengers!!!

I was hoping for a Robert Downey III

Welcome on this planet Exton Elias Downey! Congrats to Susan and Robert! I’m so happy for them!!!

Indio is cool, Exton sounds like a company.

I’m so happy he turned his life around – I never thought he would do it, and now he has another son to enjoy! Congrats!!

Yeah the kids in school will call him Exxon

Congratulation! I am an admirer of Robert Downey and his wife Susan.

I was somewhat dismayed when, earlier in her pregnancy, Robert was quoted as saying something about wanting a girl because he didn’t want Indio feeling like he was being replaced. I thought “For sure he’ll have another son and how will that son feel when he’s older and reads that quote.” I feel certain that Indio is mature enough to take it in stride. Robert however, needs to learn to temper what he says in public.

Exton is a little town outside of West Chester, Pa lol…all it’s known for, well…nothing.

Why not Exton and Indio? Does any one really think in the circle these kids are going to travel that names like Bobby and Cindy would be less weird? Best wishes to all of them!!!

i actually quite like the name. probably wouldn’t name my kid but there are some names that people here seem to consider normal that i think just sound horrible (logan, brooke, freya, cash etc.). to each their own.

congrats to the family, wishing them health and happiness.

LOL at Betsy, I agree!!!! How ridiculous can you get?? I know cats and dogs with better names 🙂

Congrats Robert and Susan! ❤

Everyone who thinks Exton is weird, or that ANY Hollywood child will be made fun of for their name needs to keep in mind they are not going to some local suburban elementary school.

In addition, all names are new to children. My older one started kindergarten this year. To her, the name Exton would be no more odd sounding than Andrew or Michael.

I love Robert & Susan Downey–they are BOTH so talented. Happy he reinvented his life with her, and they now have a son! Great news!

I am surprised she didn’t “lop of his head” for naming the boy Exton, it sounds like an oil company.

The name sound like an oil company. Maybe exxon is paying them for the advertisement?

I think Exton is kind of cool sounding, and at least if the kid grows up to hate his name he can go by his middle name. Elias is a perfectly “normal” name, including Eli. Unlike some other celebrity babies where if you don’t like your first name of Pilot, the other choice is the middle name of Inspektor…

Indio dodged a bullet. lol

Where the heck do these folks get their baby names? Exton huh? And everyone gave Beyonce hell for Blue Ivy huh? Exton, wow….whoever came up with that name needs a good lashing for sure.

I like the name.

Here’s what Exton means

Origin: Shakespearean

Meaning: ‘King Richard The Second’ Sir Pierce of Exton.

Soul Urge: People with the name Exton have a deep inner desire to inspire others in a higher cause, and to share their own strongly held views on spiritual matters.

Expression: People with the name Exton value community and balance, and are dependable and considerate. They often tend to gravitate to occupations where they can act as peacemakers or negotiators, or fulfill these roles among their friends and family. They tend to be conventional, responsible, family-oriented, warm and affectionate. They sometimes worry obsessively about those they care for. They work for harmony and balance in their lives, and respond positively to beautiful things.

dislike the name a lot! sure the baby boy will be cute and loved though!

LOVE the name!! I think its very cute. Best Wishes!! And Congrats!!!

Exton and Indio are both cities.

Do these people see who can think up the most freakish name. the kid will be told to fill her up now

CONGRATS! To the HAPPY COUPLE. Your an amazing man Rober Downey Jr.
What a come back, a beautiful wife, and now a gift from god.
Best Wishes to you and your family

To ALL the haters of the babies name… STOP CRITISIZING!!! THE BABY ISN’T YOURS TO NAME… HOLY COW, SO MANY TERRIBLE PEOPLE OUT THERE
😦 WHAT A SAD WORLD WE LIVE IN, AND THATS PRETTY MUCH DO TO ALL YOU HORRIBLE PEOPLE. Have you not heard the saying, if you don’t have nothing nice to say, THEN KEEP YOUR MOUTHS SHUT! WOW..

Congratulations to Robert and Susan

Elias was Walt Disney’s middle name….not so shabby…sounds rather nice and not so common.

I’m happy for Robert Downey Jr btu I’m also wondering why, if a 46-year old woman has a child (think Kelly Preston) she’s crucified; but everyone is cheering for a 46-year old man (with a history of drug abuse at that). I think it’s sad that in this day and age so many people have a double standard against women.

Congrats!!!! to the big brother and mom and dad !!!! So glad you’re happy and healthy!

Exton is a family name on Susan’s side

Congratulations to Robert and Susan!

I think Exton is a perfectly acceptable name for Hollywood’s standards. It’s unique but not insane sounding. It sound’s like an old British name. It is a heck of a lot better than Apple, Kyd or Moon Unit for example.

Congrats to Robert and his lovely wife!!

Jen, How do you know Exton isn’t a family name for the Downeys? Even if it isn’t, what’s wrong with some creativity?

You should read some of the censuses for the early 20th century U.S.; you know, our families all emigrated to this piece of land at some point. And all of those people brought unusual names, both given and surnames. I’ll bet you’d be surprised at some of the names that are lurking in your ancestry. ;o)

Besides, why breed animosity for your soul? It isn’t healthy!

I like Exton. It’s an old English name and I personally think some of those should make a comeback, along with some of the Celtic/Welsh/Irish names. There is a definite sophistication to the name which matches his father.

Congrats!

Why is it such a surprise hat they gave their son such a weird name? What are these stars thinking about?

As someone here wrote Exton ‘King Richard The Second’ Sir Pierce of Exton. It’s a Shakespearean era name. I think it’s very unique and nice.

Congrats to Robert Downey, Jr and his wife. 🙂

Couldn’t be happier for RDJ and his wife! I have been a big fan of his for a long time and I am thrilled to death that he got his life AND career back on track! What a blessing to now have a new baby boy! Tons of CONGRATS to the Downey’s!

Susan gave birth to a gas company-congrats!

I guess it wouldn’t be a bad name if it didn’t remind me of Exton, PA.

Love it. I live in Exton, PA!

Lmao @ Norman – give me break! Why would a close friend be commenting on here & saying that nonetheless ha.

The name is alright, don’t hate it, not in loooove with it…but it’s not my baby so who cares JMO! Congrats on a healthy baby from God!

Congradz to the happy couple!!!

I don’t get the people on here who thinks they somehow have a right to judge on how RDJ and Susan wants to name their kid. No one is telling you how to name your kids, so just stop talking.

Exton is a perfectly great name, he’s healthy and happy and the family is great so that’s what really matters.

Shakespearean Meaning:
The name Exton is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Exton is: King Richard The Second’ Sir Pierce of Exton.

People with this name have a deep inner desire to inspire others in a higher cause, and to share their own strongly held views on spiritual matters.

for harmony and balance in their lives, and respond positively to beautiful things.

Does he need a nanny? 😀

I bet y’all would think any non-Westernized name sounds weird too. RME.