Liam Payne, who welcomed his first child with his girlfriend Cheryl Cole in March, has revealed that his baby boy Bear was almost given the same name as a legendary king.
Speaking on the U.K.'s Kiss FM radio station, the 23-year-old singer said "I actually wanted Arthur. I think you sound like a bit of a tank-Arthur Payne. He's not a guy you'd mess around with," adding "I don't think Bear is either, though," the Belfast Telegraph reported.
He added that the former Girls Aloud star "wanted a very interesting name, when he leaves a room people wouldn't forget it."
During the interview, Payne also talked about his life as a new dad amid his new solo career.
The singer, who has been busy promoting his new single 'Strip That Down,' is also preparing to go on a tour.
Disclaimer: No Business Standard Journalist was involved in creation of this content
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app