Take inspiration from the first names of the British royal family for your Royal Baby!

This Saturday, May 6, 2023 is a historic event for all Britons! The coronation of Charles III and his wife Camilla Parker Bowles should indeed bring together more than 2,200 guests in London, including a hundred heads of state, international royal families, and representatives of religions. All members of the royal family should therefore be present, with the exception of Meghan Markle who will celebrate the same day the birthday of her son Archie, also born on May 6. On the occasion of this special ceremony, the editorial staff of the Journal des femmes reviewed the most beautiful names of the royal family of England having a particular resonance. Mary, George, Elizabeth, Lena, Zara, Sienna… Here are the first names that are both modern and timeless, all borrowed from History, which may be able to inspire you for the choice of your Royal Baby’s first name.

What are the most beautiful female names of the British royal family?

They have survived the years, and some are still popular today. THE female royal names also have, it must be said, the particularity of having a small fascinating attraction. And if we add the harmonious sounds held by the English first names, they finally have everything to please. Here are the first names of the members of the royal family of England, on the girls’ side:

• Elizabeth and Lilibeth. Of course, let’s start with the first name of Queen Elizabeth, who reigned from 1952 to 2022. This first name also inspired Meghan Markle and Prince Harry for the first name of her great-granddaughter Lilibeth. The name Lilibeth comes from the Hebrew Elisheba, which means “God is my wish”.
• Camilla, wife of King Charles III, has a first name from the Italian “camilius” which means “young ceremonial assistant”.
• The late Princess Diana or Lady Diana, ex-wife of King Charles III and mother of William and Harry, marked the spirits of the British. Of Arabic and Latin origin, the first name Diana means “divine”.
• Victoria. Derived from the Latin first name Victor, Victoria can be translated as “winner”. This Queen of England is the ancestor of Queen Elizabeth. She reigned in Great Britain from 1837 to 1901. But this old name has always remained modern over the years.
• Mary, the queen consort of the United Kingdom from 1910 to 1936, bears a first name derived from the Hebrew Myriam, which means “drop of the sea” or “princess of the sea”.
• Louisa is the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, daughter of Prince Edward. This first name of Germanic origin, means “glorious fighter” and has been one of the most trendy first names over the years.
• alexandra is none other than the first cousin of Queen Elizabeth II. His first name comes from the Greek and means “defense of humanity”.
• Alicethe aunt of Elizabeth II, bears a first name of Germanic origin derived from Adalhaid, and means “of noble lineage”.
• Beatrice is the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, and the daughter of Prince Andrew. Derived from the Latin Beatrix, the first name Beatrice means “happy” or “fulfilled”
• Eugenie is also the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth II, youngest daughter of Prince Andrew and therefore the sister of Beatrice. Derived from the Greek given name Eugenia, the name Eugenie translates to “well-born”.
• Marina, Elizabeth II’s aunt and former Duchess of Ken, has an original first name, referring to the sea in Latin.
• Lena is the youngest daughter of Zara Tindal, granddaughter of Elizabeth II. Derived from the Greek name Helénê, Lena translates to “warmth” or “brightness of the sun”.
• Since his birth, princess charlotte, daughter of Kate and William, has inspired many parents in choosing a baby’s first name. Charlotte comes from the German Karl which translates as “manly” or “strong”.
• Anne is the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and therefore the sister of King Charles III, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward. This ancient and modern name is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, and means “grace”.
• Prince Harry’s wife, Meghan Markle, has a pretty first name of Scottish origin which means “happy” and “joyful”. In Greek, it means “the pearl”.
• His sister-in-law Kate Middleton, wife of Prince Williamis actually called Catherine, a first name derived from the Greek kathara which means “pure”.
• Siena is the daughter of Princess Beatrice of York, and the great-granddaughter of Elizabeth II. She has a very pretty first name, original and sweet to hear. Of English origin, the first name Sienna means “journey”.

What are the most beautiful male names of the royal family of England?

Charles is the new king of England, and his name could well inspire many parents in the coming years. Derived from the Latin names Carolus and Germanic Karl, Charles translates to “man” or “strong”. Like Charles, his birth name Charles Philip Arthur Georgesthere are many first names from the British royal family for baby boys.

• arthur : This is the Duke of Connaught and Strathearn, child of Queen Victoria and ancestor of Queen Elizabeth II. Of Celtic origin, the first name Arthur means “bear”.
• august is the son of Eugenie of York, granddaughter of Elizabeth II. The first name August comes from the Latin Augustus which means “majestic”.
• Prince Harry, real name Henry, popularized this first name derived from the German Haimric, which means “house” and “king”.
• His brother, the prince william has a first name synonymous with willpower. Did you know he was nicknamed Steve in his youth to preserve his identity during his studies at the University of Saint-Andrews in 2001?
• Archie Harrison, son of Prince Harry and Meghan Markleis a rare and original first name, of Scottish origin, which can be translated as “bold”.
• Louis is an old first name which nevertheless ranks in the top of the most attributed first names in France. The British are also fans of the first name borne by the third child of Kate and William.
• His big brother George bears a first name of Greek origin, gheorghios, and translates as “earth worker”.
• andrew and edward are the brothers of King Charles III, brothers of Anne and son of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. They both have very British first names!