The ballpark was named after Major League Baseball's home run king (1974–2007) and Mobile native Hank Aaron.

It also features a commemorative plaque outside the stadium to honor each Mobilian enshrined at the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York.

The city committed to pay for half the cost of construction and match the contribution of new franchise owner Eric Margenau.

[13] Mobile city council member Vivian Davis Figures had suggested that the new ballpark be named after Aaron.

Aaron's number 44 was retired by the BayBears and he threw out the first pitch with his parents, siblings, and extended family in attendance.