Pete Davidson became a father on December 12 when he and his partner Elsie Hewitt welcomed their daughter into the world. The couple recently shared the story behind the unique name they chose, Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, which combines personal and meaningful inspirations.
The Personal Meaning Behind “Scottie”
The first name, Scottie, is a heartfelt tribute to Pete Davidson’s late father, Scott Davidson, a New York City firefighter who lost his life responding to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Adding to this deep meaning, Davidson revealed that the name also reflects the location of their daughter’s conception. The couple conceived Scottie during a trip to Scotland for a wedding.
In discussing the origin of the name, Pete Davidson explained that the name reflects both a personal memory and geographic significance, emphasizing its meaningful connection to their child’s beginnings.
A Name Chosen for Its Meaning and Charm
Elsie Hewitt shared her thoughts on the name choice in an interview, saying,
We went through so many different names, [but Scottie was] an early favorite. We always knew that was the one we were going to come back to, because it was the most meaningful. It’s also so cute.
— Elsie Hewitt, Actress and Model
The selection of Scottie also reflects a balance between traditional and gender-neutral naming. Although the couple considered more classic Staten Island names like Mikey, Johnny, Tommy, Mark, Amy, Bridget, or Maggie, they ultimately favored the gender-neutral Scottie, a name that literally means “from Scotland,” tying back to their daughter’s conception location.
The Significance of the Middle Name “Rose”
The middle name Rose carries a family connection from Elsie Hewitt’s side. She explained its importance,
My middle name is Rose, and both of my sisters’ middle names are also Rose, because my mom’s maiden name had Rose in it. So I wanted to have a little special part of them in her name, too.
— Elsie Hewitt, Actress and Model
This detail adds another personal layer to their daughter’s full name, Scottie Rose Hewitt Davidson, blending both parents’ heritage and meaningful family traditions.
Adjusting to Parenthood and Future Plans
Taking care of their newborn has kept Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt very busy, but Elsie recently reported their first night out since Scottie’s birth. In his reflections, Davidson admitted that fatherhood has helped him overcome some of his perfectionist and people-pleasing habits, while Hewitt shared that she is rediscovering her love for him during this new chapter together.
Although Pete Davidson does not maintain personal social media accounts, he hosts a weekly video podcast, The Pete Davidson Show, filmed in his garage and available on Netflix starting January 30. Fans may expect updates about his experiences as a new father through this show. In addition, Davidson is set to appear in the upcoming 2026 film How To Rob A Bank, scheduled for release on September 4.
