Niki Taylor Welcomes Son Rex Harrison

It’s a boy for Niki Taylor and Burney Lamar! The model, 36, and her husband, former NASCAR driver Burney Lamar, welcomed son Rex Harrison on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 11:03 a.m., they confirm to PEOPLE exclusively.

Weighing in at 7 lbs., 5 oz., and measuring 19 inches long, baby boy joins sister Ciel, 2½, and twin brothers Jake and Hunter, 16.

Taylor and Lamar, 31 — who wed in December 2006 — announced they were expecting in May. The model blogged her pregnancy for PEOPLE.com — check out her entries here.

Courtesy Lamar Family

– Sarah Michaud

Comments

Candy on November 16th, 2011

Awwww.. look at the smile on Daddy’s face! Congratulations!

Jen on November 16th, 2011

Love the name!

Rachel on November 16th, 2011

They must be big fans of My Fair Lady.

TODAY on November 16th, 2011

So cute…Blessing…congratulations

Amanda on November 16th, 2011

Wow, what a fast announcement! I don’t think we even told our whole family 4 hours after the birth, let alone the world!

Congrats!!! My little guy was that exact same length and weight at birth

Valerie on November 16th, 2011

She just gave birth and she looks that amazing???? I would hate her if she didn’t seem so genuine and sweet! Congrats on your new family member!

Brooke on November 16th, 2011

Rex Harrison??? Does he talk to animals? Does he have a Fair Lady??

Lucy NYC on November 16th, 2011

WOW!!! I always loved Niki…but for a second, I thought it was on of the twins holding the baby, but opps…it was her husband. Anyway, congrats!

robin on November 16th, 2011

She looks amazing for just giving birth. After what she’s been through in life, i am very happy for her. She has class, unlike the kardashians or Lohans, or Hiltons.

Nimrod Christ Nimrod on November 16th, 2011

Congratulations!

Katie on November 16th, 2011

Congrats on your baby boy, he is adorable and such a cute name!!!!!

Gina Nicole on November 16th, 2011

I bet her teenaged twin boys are thrilled

Cheri on November 16th, 2011

Love Niki Taylor! Congrats on your beautiful baby boy!

Karen119 on November 16th, 2011

Rex Harrison? Are you kidding me? Will the next girl be Audrey Hepburn?This is as bad as Celine’s twins, Nelson and Eddy. Am I the only one who watches old movies?

Sarah S. on November 16th, 2011

Wow, she looks absolutely amazing for just giving birth just hours ago!! Congrats to the Lamar’s and welcome to the world, Rex!

Cyn on November 16th, 2011

“Rex Harrison”.

Seriously.

JJ on November 16th, 2011

My dad’s name is Rex-so great choice!

Misty on November 16th, 2011

Very sweet! I like the name. They seem like a great family, congratulations to them!

Erica on November 16th, 2011

Congrats to them! I delivered 2 of my kids at that same hospital.

Kelly on November 16th, 2011

Ouch, Rex is a bad name. And they got word out super fast. So much for privacy anymore these days………..

Katie on November 16th, 2011

I think the name is really cute!! She looks beautiful and they look so happy!! Baby boy is going to be soooo handsome! Congratulations to all the family!!

trishku on November 16th, 2011

Congrats but seriously Rex? you do realize this kid is going to be Rex Lamar? Sounds like an aging drag queen

Emma on November 16th, 2011

uhhh, Rex Harrison. Whatever

gottabelieve on November 16th, 2011

Wow……..she looks incredible after just having a baby. How does Niki always look so good

Sarah on November 16th, 2011

I love My Fair Lady, but I wouldn’t name my kid Rex Harrison.

Les on November 16th, 2011

Is he named after the famous late actor?

niman on November 16th, 2011

congrats !! mazal tov!!

MovieBuff on November 16th, 2011

I wonder if they know who Rex Harrison (the actor) is.

Lindi on November 16th, 2011

What a beautiful family. You must be the “fairy tale” Kim Wanted.

Diane on November 16th, 2011

Beautiful family, gorgeous baby! Love the name. Rex Harrison was one of my favorite actors, although the name may stem from family members. Why not shout the birth of your son to the world! The Angels announced Christ’s birth immediately.

Guest on November 16th, 2011

By looking at that picture quickly I thought it was one of her sons holding the baby….oops

Emily on November 16th, 2011

I love the name – admittedly I am a massive My Fair Lady fan, but even if I weren’t, I think I’d still like it. It’s got character!

I would be curious to know however whether the name was purely coincidental or if they are big fans too?!

Nichole on November 16th, 2011

Congrats!! What a sweet baby!!

And to you guys picking on their choice of name… NOT your child, NOT your choice. Keep your stupidity to yourself!

Kristina on November 16th, 2011

Cute pic! Congrats to their family.

PS: Love the hospital gown Nikki is wearing. Do you know where I can get it?

RKF on November 16th, 2011

Nichole – people are “stupid” because they don’t like a name? Can you be any more hypocritical? You say it’s their child, their choice. Well, it’s the public’s right to comment, and that’s OUR choice, as this information was made public. Imaginably people will have opinions on a name that is 1) A My Fair lady reference, and B) a dog’s name.

Lau on November 16th, 2011

I don’t particularly like the name, BUT I do believe that all four kids’ names flow together REALLY well.

Also jumping on the “How can she look so amazing when she just had that baby today?!” bandwagon.

jo on November 16th, 2011

Yay! She gave birth to a crotchety, English actor!

heather on November 16th, 2011

so beautiful!! Niki looks amazing!!! Congrats!!

sandi on November 16th, 2011

Each child is a gift from God, a blessing to appreciate for a lifetime. Their new baby boy is certainly adorable.

I wonder what her child with Keith Urban would have been like.

Abby on November 16th, 2011

I think Rex Lamar sounds like a future NASCAR driver, which is perfect for these two!

Ashley on November 16th, 2011

Nichole: No no…NOT “stupidity”, just OPINIONS. That’s what this board is for, yes? And just to chime in, it is a ridiculous name. Just MY opinion. So there ;—)

Big Fan on November 16th, 2011

Congrats, I love Niki. She’s poised, successful and beautiful.

Ashley on November 16th, 2011

Rex Harrison? Someone loves their theater! Four? Time for a new hobby.

JMO on November 16th, 2011

Rex would of made a cute nickname. Harrison sounds so much better! Congrats to the couple!

Shari on November 16th, 2011

WOW, her hubby looks all of about 16 yrs old! Yet, he was born in 1980, which makes him 31 this year! he looks realllllly young! googled pics of them together and she looks like she’s standing next to one of her kids! crazy!

ann on November 16th, 2011

Congratulations!! you are so blessed and everyone looks fantastic!!!

LC on November 16th, 2011

She has always been my most favorite model. I have followed her career, moves, struggles, kudos, and personal life since we were both still just liek aged teens. She is a beautiful person inside and outside and has been through so much. I wish them all the happiness on Earth in the birth their handsome new baby!!!!

Aimee on November 16th, 2011

Congratulations!!! What a beautiful family you have!!!!!

Traci on November 16th, 2011

Congratulations to Niki and Burney.

Rex Harrison is absolutely adorable.

Love the name and Niki’s such a classy lady.

Kristin on November 16th, 2011

@Kristina…She is wearing a Cure-Couture gown. I just saw on twitter that is was from a Cure-Couture gown from a Jules and Pinstripes celebrity gift bag.

Nikki on November 16th, 2011

Finally, a happy story to read about. Congrats to both of them!

Annia on November 16th, 2011

She is a lovely lady with class. I’m so happy for her. Congratulations. Nikki!

mp on November 16th, 2011

She’s probably too young to remember the actor Rex Harrison — probably just picked names she & her husband liked. Gillian Anderson claimed she’d never heard of The Odd Couple when asked if she’d named her sons Oscar & Felix after the Neil Simon characters.

Justme;) on November 16th, 2011

Is that her son or hubby holding the baby? I wonder if he will go by Rex or Harrison? I mean, her other kids had cute names (Ciel, Hunter, Jake) Why Rex?? It’s like Tori Spelling, cute names (Stella, Liam) Then Hattie?! Oh well, must be a new trend or something?

Lilakg on November 16th, 2011

The model gave birth to Rex Harrison. Ouch! Hope they name the next one Christopher Plummer!

cupcake on November 16th, 2011

Ha! Rex Harrison. May as well have named him Stewie Griffin. LOL

ItsMe on November 16th, 2011

Rex was Burney’s Grandfather’s name. Good Choice. Great way to remember a great man.

kjc on November 16th, 2011

I don’t know who Rex Harrison is, so my first though was ‘great name!’. I still think it is adorable!

Harley on November 16th, 2011

There is a HUGE difference between giving your opinion on a name and bashing a name choice; most of you are bashing. Learn some manners and try to remember what Thumper said.

Congratulations Niki, Burney and the rest of the gang and the addition to the family!

megan on November 16th, 2011

Congrats. But that’s quite a random actor to name their kid after. They must have really loved My Fair Lady!

Denise on November 16th, 2011

What a beautiful baby. Precious

Anonymous on November 16th, 2011

Ashley- If by “four” you mean the four kids that Niki has, Rex is actually only her second with her currnt husband. The twins were with an ex-boyfriend. Anyway, congrats to them!

Minami86 on November 16th, 2011

Congrats to the Taylor-Lamar family!!

I like the name. I dont know if it was coincidence or intentional but I like his name. Also, Rex is Latin for King. It’s not a stupid name, it’s a great name you dont hear anymore! I’m all for it! Baby names are a subject where no one is satisfied & someone always complains. As Mr. Shakespeare once wrote, “what’s in a name?”.

Becky Davis on November 16th, 2011

Congrats Burney and Niki!

Ginger on November 16th, 2011

Congrats to Niki & Burney on the birth of their adorable son! I wish the whole family lots of love, health, and happiness

Susan on November 16th, 2011

Everything about her makes me happy. Congrats!!!! That is one lucky baby.

K on November 16th, 2011

MP – She didn’t claim she’d never heard of them, the comparison just didn’t come to her when they came up with Felix until someone told them they “couldn’t” name him Felix because of the Odd Couple. She talked about this on her most recent appearance on Leno.

Sophia on November 16th, 2011

Gorgeous baby boy! The name is very cute but it’s a little odd to choose a name that’s already the full name of someone noteworthy. The combination does sound nice though. Nice to have another boy in the family

Ade on November 16th, 2011

So cute!!! Great day to be born NOV.16. My birthday ….watch out for Scorpio’s!!!!

Cody on November 16th, 2011

I love the idea of naming children after cherished loved ones. Since Burney’s Grandfather’s name was Rex, I think it is the prefect name! I also think Harrison flows perfectly with the name Rex. What a fabulous pick. I will also name my children after the people I hold dear. It doesn’t matter in the slightest what others think of a name as long as you are in love with it.

Congratulations on a beautiful and healthy baby boy!

Kaycee on November 16th, 2011

At least Rex is a normal name that has been around for ages… Apple, Knox, Morrocan… those are really POOR choices for names. She’s been through a lot in her 36 years and she has showed class, determination and grace. May she and her family be richly blessed.

Bancie1031 on November 16th, 2011

Congratulations … cute family pic ….. cute name ….

Ashley on November 16th, 2011

I actually like the name! It sounds good together..no idea who the actor is, never heard of him. Congratulations to this family!!

Heather yocum on November 16th, 2011

Congrats to Nikki Taylor and her family!!! Wish them happiness!!!

Lady on November 16th, 2011

Lindi, please…i’d like to go somewhere without hearing that disgusting human beings name, thank you.

She looks stunning…congrats to their family!

Mother of 2 on November 17th, 2011

Hes a cutie! Congrats on the new bundle of joy! I dont think his name is so bad…unless you guys are referring to some horrible movie that I have never seen.

Gwladys on November 17th, 2011

I don’t like the name, for me, it’s a name for an animal but it’s their choice! Congrats to the family and welcome to this cute baby boy!!

tessa on November 17th, 2011

Love the name!! Every1 is right…she looks AMAZING for just having a baby!! Congrats (:

jessicad on November 17th, 2011

Congrats to them! I think the name is adorable and it flows well. I also think it’s fine to have an opinion but you don’t have to be rude about it, especially to someone you know has a blog here and will probably read these comments. She’s still a woman who just gave birth and has feelings!

Jodie on November 17th, 2011

That baby is purple!

Susan on November 17th, 2011

I’m about to have major foot surgery, and I’m so dreading it. But when I think of Niki Taylor, I stop whining. What I’m about to do is nothing compared to what she’s gone through. She’s succeeded in a rough business at a young age, gotten married, given birth three times – the first time to twins, at age 20 – lost her sister, gotten divorced, had a major accident that could have killed her, and done a damn fine job raising her kids. This lady is sweeter than sugar…but tougher than nails. She’ll inspire me during my recovery from my foot surgery.

Kat on November 17th, 2011

And Celine Dion named her twins Nelson & Eddy, it is the return of the classic matinee idol!

Congrats to Taylor!

ELO on November 17th, 2011

Jodie- That baby is a newborn. All newborns are a purple or reddish color.

Congrats to Niki, Burney, and their family. Your new addition is adorable. I have a feeling that the name Rex Harrison is purely coincidental and isn’t connected with the actor. Niki doesn’t strike me as the type who would take that naming route.

nona megal on November 17th, 2011

Rex Harrison was so much more than my fair lady – pls check him out he was an excellent actor – he was tagged “sexy Rexy” many moons ago I like the name Rex Harrison Lamar. Kudos to the parents

Linda Whisler on November 17th, 2011

Hey , Congratulations to a healthy baby. I like the name too, Rex Harrison, A star is born.

Deb on November 17th, 2011

Congratulations to the newest addition to the Lamar family….cute family!

As for her kids, the twins were from her first marriage when she was very young….it didn’t work out and they divorced. Ciel and Rex are her children with Burney Lamar….I think they make a wonderful blended family.

As for the baby’s name….how many of us walk around and use our first and middle names together? He’ll most likely be known as Rex, a tribute to Burney’s grandfather….which is very sweet.

At least she didn’t name him after a fruit, or comic book character or beach, like some other celebrities!!!!

Cherie on November 17th, 2011

Congratulations! I love the name, can not believe all these people saying negative things about it. Rex Harrison equals good classic movies that even kids could see.

Rachael on November 17th, 2011

Beautiful picture, congrats to them both!

Jennifer on November 18th, 2011

Robin you are spot on, she has class, unlike the kardashians or Lohans, or Hiltons. She represents grace and beauty both inside and out. She found supermodel success at the young age of 14 and suffered tremendous grief after the loss of her sister and best friend by the age of 20. 6 years later fought for her life following a accident that left her in a coma. It seems that she has found peace and joy in her personal life and I am so happy that God has blessed her with four healthy children. And I LOVE the baby’s name, good choice!

michelle on November 18th, 2011

Love the name! very good strong name for a boy! Congrats to the happy parents, Niki is one of my all time favorite models! Please comeback to VOGUE NIKI!!!!!!!!!!!!

B.J. on November 18th, 2011

I rather like Rex, and Harrison I adore. Congrats to that family, they seem so sweet and loving!

Daze on November 18th, 2011

About every name you can imagine or have heard a person named has also been bestowed on a dog. I have a dog named Tyler. Yet it is a popular boys name as well.

michelle on November 21st, 2011

congrats nikki. he is precious

withheld on November 21st, 2011

Gotta love all you idiots giving ” props” to yourselves for …eh hmmm thinking you figured out “the name”. Rex was his Grandfathers name . That baby would have been named whatever his Grandfathers name was and YES I do know this for fact. I think most of you need to get lives especially the ones who ” follow Niki” ( that is called stalking) and the one who needs to have the LMAO hospital gown just like her. Good Lord. Ya Loser.

Marky on November 22nd, 2011

Oh, please; why do you people get on here and criticize the name someone chooses for their child, and have the unmitigated gall to claim it’s just “giving (your) opinion”. What a bunch of baloney! It’s not just “giving your opinion”; it’s being rude while you hide behind your computer and bash whoever you please. At least stop the BS; how would you feel if you announced your new baby and everyone said, “Wow! What an ugly name! It is just silly, stupid, lame”…. whatever hateful adjective they can come up with. It’s pathetic to act that way toward someone, whether you now them personally, or not.

queenofhearts on November 22nd, 2011

Congrats Niki & Burney!! Love love love the name!!

Carol on November 22nd, 2011

I HATE the name,yikes,imagine when he gets to high school? Although I do like Niki Taylor.

Guest on November 22nd, 2011

Rex is a dinosaur, not a name!!! Stupid.

Lee on November 22nd, 2011

Congrads to the whole family and who are we to pass judgement. WE all
should be thankful and blessed in our lives. Her family is growing and
they are all very very proud, I think the world would be a better place if we all were kinder and nicer to each other and kept out the remarks
that are not needed. Again best of luck on the new baby……

MCB on November 25th, 2011

Well, well, it seems that we no longer have to worry about a child going off to school to get picked on about their name by other children. Bullying is alive and well in the hearts and minds of so many of you commenters – you do realize this baby is only hours old right? How old are you people?!? Show some respect – your children learn from you, you know.

Alexandra on November 25th, 2011

Rex is a common dog name in Germany. Seriously. By the way Rex is Latin and means ‘king’. The X names still seem popular. A lot of people over here call their kids Lennox. But I doubt anyone would name their son Rex, the poor kid would get picked on his name his whole life :O Thank God Americans don’t have the dog association Anyway, beautiful family and cute baby. It’s their choice and I think it’s a sweet idea to honor the grandfather WE don’t need to be a fan of the name. THEY need to love it…and they definitely need to avoid moving to Germany

Kit on November 26th, 2011

Happy for her and her husband. Glad it was a healthy baby. But seriously? Rex Harrison? Oh man….what is with naming your kids after old movie stars? Nelson and Eddy? Mariah’s daughter “Monroe”? Ridiculous.

Marisol on November 27th, 2011

I love the name. Has anyone else seen picture of Niki and her husband…they look alot..which is odd to me..

Stephanie on November 27th, 2011

Wow….such a normal/great name coming from a celebrity. It’s refreshing!

Terri on November 27th, 2011

Kaycee,

Knox is a family name that has been around for ages.

Margaret on November 29th, 2011

Congrats!! He is sooo adorable and love the name no matter how the name came about weather it may be from my fair lady or from family names its great!!

lola on November 29th, 2011

she is so cute lol just have fun with her!!!!!!!!!!!!!…

lisa on November 29th, 2011

why are poeple being so mean…? i mean like its just rude i hope u like and love your baby she is really cute well live a good life with her well hope u see this comment well nice talking…………….. bye

sage on November 30th, 2011

Wish i looked like that after giving birth…HA! she is gorgeous. congrats.

Alison on December 1st, 2011

She’s beautiful. And so is her entire family

dsfjklaldkfj on December 4th, 2011

lols madd cutee… so special! congrats!!…she is really pretty and the baby boy is so cuteee!!! and they look like an amazing perfect
family,,,!!!couple!!awesome!! definitely looks like they are happy look at their face lols!! again congrats!!

Nat on December 6th, 2011

Isn’t the name of the actor who played Professor Higgins in My Fair Lady?