Parents Criticized for Naming Their Baby “Disney” Say It Only Proved How Perfect the Name Really Was
The last thing Josh and Aubree Jones ever wanted for their children was to give them names that felt ordinary. The couple, parents of seven and beloved by millions of followers online, have always tried to make their family stand out — not for attention, but because they believe every child deserves to feel unique. With their last name already being “Jones,” one of the most common surnames in America, they knew they had to get creative when naming their children. And when their latest baby arrived, they chose a name that sparked both warmth and controversy: Disney.
For Josh, the memory of being confused for another “Josh Jones” during grade school stuck with him for life. It wasn’t just a funny mix-up — it was a reminder of how easily individuality could be lost in a crowd. “I still remember getting called to the office for something I didn’t do,” he recalled, laughing about being mistaken for another student with the same name. That experience became the foundation of a parenting philosophy that prizes creativity and self-expression over conformity.
When baby Disney was born, the Jones family felt an instant connection to the name. Aubree said it represented joy, imagination, and the sense of wonder they wanted to pass on to their children. For them, the name wasn’t just a tribute to the iconic company — it was a symbol of happiness, stories, and magic. But when the couple shared their baby’s name online, the internet had other ideas.
Almost immediately, critics began flooding their comment sections. Some claimed naming a child after a corporation was “weird” or even “should be illegal.” Others mocked them for what they saw as attention-seeking behavior. But instead of backing down, the Jones family stood firm. To them, the backlash didn’t feel like a reason to regret the choice — it confirmed that they’d found a name that truly stood out.
“The criticism made us love it even more,” Aubree said in an interview. “Because it reminded us that the name fit her perfectly — it’s cheerful, bold, and full of personality.”
Supporters quickly came to their defense, saying that names evolve with culture and meaning. After all, names like “Apple,” “River,” and “Luna” were once considered unusual too. Many parents resonated with the Joneses’ sentiment that a name should capture something special about a child’s identity — not just fit into social expectations.
As for baby Disney herself, the photos shared online tell a different story from the headlines. Wrapped in a soft patterned blanket, wearing sparkly Minnie Mouse ears, and smiling as if she already knew she was meant to stand out, the little girl became an instant favorite among the family’s followers. Her siblings, dressed in matching pastel tones, proudly pose with her in family photos that radiate warmth and unity.
What started as a wave of online criticism has now turned into something far more meaningful for the Jones family — a lesson about standing by your choices even when the world doesn’t understand them. For Josh and Aubree, the name “Disney” represents everything they want their children to embrace: joy, creativity, and the courage to be different.
“We didn’t choose the name for anyone else to approve,” Josh explained. “We chose it because when we looked at her, it just fit.”
And maybe that’s the real magic of their story — not the name itself, but the confidence to love something that feels right, even when others don’t.
