Richie, Madden discuss baby son's name

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Nicole Richie and Joel Madden have spoken out about their decision to name their baby son Sparrow.

The former Simple Life star gave birth to Sparrow James Midnight, her second child with Good Charlotte rocker Madden, on September 9.

Speaking to People, she said: "We have different tastes in names. Sparrow was one we both liked. I liked the way it sounded with [daughter] Harlow and there's the Captain Jack Sparrow connection."

Madden added: "It reminded me of the Johnny Cash song 'A Boy Named Sue'. My worry raising a son in Hollywood is what will he have to struggle for?

"I wanted to give him a name that he's going to have to stand up for. I love it. I think it's a beautiful name."

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