Introducing Poppy, Rory McIlroy’s Precious Daughter

Poppy, the daughter of RORY MCILROY, created one of the most memorable moments at The Masters 2025.

She definitely made her mother, Erica, and father, Rory, proud.

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Meet Poppy McIlroy

Poppy Kennedy McIlroy was born on August 31, 2020, in Jupiter, Florida. Rory took to Instagram to share the wonderful news, posting a monochrome photo of the newborn gripping his pinky finger. “Poppy Kennedy McIlroy, born on August 31st, at 12:15pm. She is the absolute love of our lives,” he shared.

Rory mentioned that “mother and baby are doing great” and expressed a “massive thank you” to the medical staff at Jupiter Medical Center.

In a discussion with Golfweek, Rory noted that he and Erica took inspiration from nature, particularly flowers, when brainstorming potential baby names for their daughter. Names like Rose and Iris were strong contenders, but they consistently found themselves returning to Poppy.

“We really liked [Poppy]. I have a cousin with a daughter named Poppy. We know a couple of other Poppies, and we just really love the name,” he revealed.

Rory pointed out that they discarded Rose after realizing it was too similar to his mother’s name, Rosie. Several of his golfing friends, including Alex Noran and Shane Lowry, have daughters named Iris, prompting them to finalize on Poppy.

“We wanted something unique, perhaps more common back home. But we landed on Poppy, and we loved it,”

What did Poppy accomplish at the Masters 2025?

Rory McIlroy’s four-year-old daughter, Poppy, amazed everyone with her remarkable long putt while her father shared his affection alongside his wife, Erica Stoll, during the Masters.

Indeed, McIlroy’s little girl showcased her talent beautifully.

The young sensation had a delightful experience playing on hole No.9, executing a splendid shot that went straight into the hole.

World No.2 McIlroy was overjoyed, celebrating the impressive putt alongside his friend Shane Lowry.