You have a newborn on the way? Congratulations! If you haven’t thought about a name yet, it might be worth taking inspiration from the royal family. Royal baby names are timeless and keep cropping up after generations, so if you’re unsure what to name your baby, here are a few suggestions that never go out of fashion. There’s no harm in naming your baby after royalty, after all!
Royal Baby Names to get inspired by and what they mean
Edward: Rich guard
Many kings have gone by the name Edward over the centuries, although the most famous one has got to be King Edward VIII. He enjoyed the title of King for less than a year, although many other Edwards throughout history have ruled even before 1066.
Undoubtedly, Edward is the most popular name for English monarchs, and perhaps your newborn might enjoy the name and royal heritage too, as he grows up!
William: Resolute protector
The popularity of William as a royal name goes back to 1066 when William the Conqueror was in power. So far, we have had four King Williams, with our present Prince William becoming no.5 eventually – well, that is unless he wishes to take oath under one of his alternative names.
It’s a great name for a boy who will act as the protector and provider of your family one day.
Louis: Famous warrior
Did you know that Prince William and Prince George, his son, both share Louis as a given name? In fact, Kate and William’s youngest son’s name also happens to be Louis. It’s among the most popular royal baby names today, particularly in France, as a remarkable 20 kings have shared that name throughout different eras.
Elizabeth: Oath of God
Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-serving British monarch in history, sharing her name with the illustrious Queen Elizabeth I, who ruled between the late 1500s and early 1600s.
It’s a very befitting name for a girl who wants to grow up to be a fine lady, carrying herself as elegantly and beautifully as the Queen.
Helena: Light or torch
Princess Helena was the fifth child of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria. She loved contributing to charities and is also among the founding members of the British Red Cross and the president of the Royal British Nurses’ Association.
Want your baby girl to be kind and humble as she grows up while shining brightly and inspiring others to do the same? With royal baby names like Helena, you can’t go wrong.
Louise: Famous warrior
The fourth daughter of Queen Victoria, Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, is probably the most famous royal Louise in British history. She was an avid supporter of the arts and advanced education and an early feminist as well.
With these royal baby names, you’re sure to create a trend or two in your own home, while seeing your child develop into an exemplary young man or woman. Which is your favourite?
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Unique Royal Baby Names
- Sariyah.
- Otelia.
- Willemina.
- Breno.
- Ireleen.
- Ladislau.
- Serwa.
- Flaviu.
Unsurprisingly, many royal babies are named after beloved monarchs of the past: Little Prince George, for example, will be the seventh of his name when he eventually takes the throne, whereas Prince William's name dates all the way back to the 11th century's William the Conquerer.
What are the most used British royal names? ›
Over the past 200 years, 12 British royals have been named Albert, which means “noble and bright.” Ten have shared the name George, which is of Greek origin and means “farmer.” There have been nine Victorias (the Latin word for “victory”), eight named Charles (Old English meaning “free man”), seven Marys and Edwards, ...
What is the most common name for a British monarch? ›
Undoubtedly, Edward is the most popular name for English monarchs, and perhaps your newborn might enjoy the name and royal heritage too, as he grows up!
What is the lowest royal title? ›
Barons were the lowest rank of nobility and were granted small parcels of land. Earls were the next highest rank with larger land holdings. Dukes were the highest rank and held the largest holdings, known as duchies. The monarch was the ultimate authority and was able to grant and revoke titles.
What is a very royal name? ›
Along with Archie and Charlotte, other royal names in the US Top 1000 include Eloise, Oscar, Josephine, Carlos, Alice, Emmanuel, Isla, and Gabriel. We see some of the recent Scandinavian royal baby names as possible hits in the US, including Estelle, Maud, Ingrid, and Joachim.
Why do royals have 4 first names? ›
The parents choose at least three names
Babies born into the royal family are typically given multiple names at birth, many of which honour members of their family. Prince William, for example, has four names, while all of his and the duch*ess of Cambridge's children each have three names.
What is the longest British royalty name? ›
The sovereign with the longest name was King Edward VIII, who reigned for most of 1936, whose full name was Edward Albert Christian George Andrew Patrick David Windsor.
What is the most royal last name? ›
In 1917, King George V decreed that the family surname would be Windsor. Today's royals still don't need a last name, but it's technically Mountbatten-Windsor, a blend of the Queen and her husband's surnames. Other royals use their family's territorial designation (like Wales or York) as a last name.
Who was the most unpopular British monarch? ›
George IV's incredibly lavish, taxpayer-funded lifestyle that left him morbidly obese and riddled with gout, turned him into one of the most despised monarchs ever to sit on the throne.
The single most beloved monarch in British history (and arguably the greatest) was Elizabeth I. It is interesting that her namesake, Elizabeth II, is also considered a wonderful and excellent monarch, although not for precisely the same reasons.
Do British monarchs choose their name? ›
Though most monarchs of the United Kingdom have used their first baptismal name as their regnal name, on three occasions monarchs have chosen a different name. First, Queen Victoria had been christened Alexandrina Victoria, but took the throne under the name Victoria.
What is the most rare name to have? ›
From old Dutch and Hebrew to exciting new-age variations, these rare names are for the parent looking to break out of the mold.
- Hermia.
- Pheby.
- Claudelle.
- Arcadia.
- Vondra.
- Ourania.
- Aimie.
- Jolanda.
And Prince Andrew remains the least popular of all, with a mere 6% of Britons having a positive view of the Duke of York, compared to 86% who have a negative opinion.
What is a royal unisex name? ›
Christian. Among the Danes, 10 kings have held this name, which is not only a royal favorite for boys but also a popular choice for baby girls, making it an appealing unisex name. Christopher. From a Greek name that means bearing Christ, Christopher has been the name of three kings of Denmark.
What should I name my royal character? ›
A long list of royal name ideas
- Aleron.
- Amalthea.
- Andromedus.
- Antheia.
- Arcturus.
- Arianrhod. What is this?
- Artemidorus.
- Ascyla.
