Kaley Cuoco's second child born

Kaley Cuoco, best known for her role as Penny in The Big Bang Theory, gave birth to her second child on October 12. The 40-year-old actress shared the news on social media, announcing the arrival of her daughter with her partner, actor Tom Pelphrey.

Cuoco and Pelphrey's relationship timeline

Cuoco and Pelphrey met at the premiere of the series Ozark in April 2023. Pelphrey was acting in the show at the time, and the couple connected through their shared agent. They previously welcomed their first daughter, Matilda, in 2023.

Details of the newborn's name and announcement

The newborn was named Philomena Carmine Bobby Pelphrey. Cuoco posted several photos of her newborn on social media, accompanied by captions expressing her joy at becoming a mother for the second time. She described the experience as overwhelming and filled with gratitude.

Meaning and significance of the name Philomena

The name Philomena is of Greek origin and means "who loves the moon." It is uncommon, with no girls named Philomena in France in 2025. The name is associated with several notable individuals, including acrobatic skier Philomena Bair and sprinter Philomena Mensah. It is also linked to Philomena Lee, whose story inspired the 2013 film Philomena.