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Ben Foden's newborn's historical name meaning including adorable nickname


EXCLUSIVE: Former rugby star Ben Foden and his wife Jackie have just welcomed their second child together, and the pair have picked the sweetest name for their bundle of joy

Olympia, now the youngest member of the Foden family, was welcomed into the world two weeks early via a planned C-section at 12pm on 9 January, weighing 8lb 3oz. "Her full name is Olympia Halcyon Foden, and we’ve nicknamed her Pia or Lily," 39 year old Jackie gushed . Magazine / Rebecca Miller)Additionally, their newborn's middle name - Halcyon - holds a special meaning as it is also of Greek origin and refers to a kingfisher bird, which is thought to bring peace and helps to soothe your soul.

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