21 Baby Names Inspired by Royalty

21 Baby Names Inspired by Royalty

Having a child can feel like a noble, powerful and humbling experience. It follows that you may want to choose a name for your littl'un evoking legend, tradition and heritage. Check out these classic baby names inspired by royalty and woven with history.  





Catherine
 
This name has greek roots and means 'pure'. Shortened to Kate, like a certain wholesome role-model for our times.  


Harold  

This is a strong ancient name of Scandinavian origin. It means 'army ruler' and is coming into popularity again.


Edward

An English name meaning 'wealthy guardian' and shortened to Eddie for added cuteness. 
 

Cyril  

The ultimate powerful name from the Greek meaning 'lord and master'. It's saintly too. 


Beatrice

An ornate name with Latin roots, it comes from the name 'Beatrix' meaning 'blessed voyager' on life's journey. A cute version is 'Beattie'.


Philip

This is the name for someone who loves horses.  It's the ultimate princely name of course and can be shortened to 'Phil'.


Isla

Short and sweet, this name is derived from the Isle of Islay in Scotland. It means 'island' and tends to be shortened to 'Isle' when two syllables is just too much.


Margaret

An English name meaning 'pearl'. It's old-school and versatile. Think Mags, Maggie and Marge. 


Barbara

Like Margaret, it evokes a certain bygone feel. This mysterious name can be shortened to a cheeky 'Babs'. Great if you want your littl'un to sing.


Charlotte

This is the feminine version of Charles. It's of French origin, meaning 'free'. Can be shortened to Charlie or Lottie for cuteness points. 


Alice

A wondrous name for that lead character kid, it evokes adventure and whimsy at the same time. Shorten to Allie, or Al, or posh it up to Alicia.


George

With ancient Greek origins, this name means 'earthworker' and is growing in popularity thanks to a certain prince. Shortened to Geo
for cool gardening types.


William

From the Germanic name Wilhelm meaning 'resolute protector', this is a strong, noble, conquering name. Very popular just like the very popular prince.


Elizabeth

Soaring in popularity for many as a sign of respect to the longest reigning monarch in British history, this name is of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my oath'.


Charles

Steeped in royal history and about to be kingly again, this name means 'free man'. Shortened to Charlie and Chuck, it's a richly evocative name of German origin.


Lilibet

A sweet shortened version of Elizabeth. Again very popular as a tribute to her late majesty Queen Elizabeth whose nickname as a child was Lilibet.


Tiara

From Greek and Latin meaning 'crown', it's a regal and glamorous name for your little princess.


John

A simple, solid masculine name of Hebrew origin. It evokes trustworthiness and comes from 'God is gracious'. 


Archibald

An ancient German name meaning 'genuine, bold and brave'. Shortened to Archie which is of course very popular right now and very cute.


Edwina

The feminine version of Edwin, this name means 'prosperous friend' and has a classic, olde worlde feel. Bestow the quality of friendship from the start. 


Louis

French kings with this name ran into double figures. Meaning 'famous warrior' it has a feeling of destiny and of reaching for the stars.










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