Thereâs nothing like the arrival of a royal baby to send the world abuzz with anticipation about what their name will be. Over the last few years, it seems like weâve been in a perpetual royal baby boom as many noble families around the globe have expandedâand how fun is that?!
If youâre about to welcome a new addition into your family and youâre looking for a regal moniker to bestow upon your little prince or princess, this list is for you. Below, weâre sharing 90 (yes, 90!) royal-inspired baby names to consider. From Charlotte, Elsa, Diana, Lena, Josephine, and Victoria for girls to Arthur, Ernest, Felix, Julian, Oscar, and Spencer for boys, check out royal and royal-inspired baby names we love from around the world below.
Royal-Inspired Baby Names for Girls
From princesses to warrior queens, these rich, classic, and regal names have adorned some of historyâs most prominent royal figures.
Alice
Origin: German | Meaning: Noble
Royal Ties: Princess Alice of Battenberg was the mother of the late Prince Philip and mother-in-law to the late Queen Elizabeth II. You might also know Princess Alice from her central role in Season 3 of The Crown on Netflix.
Amina
Origin: Arabic | Meaning: Trustworthy, faithful
Royal Ties: Queen Amina of Zaria was an African warrior queen in the 1500s who was lauded for her strength and leadership. Though itâs worth noting she made some dark decisions when it came to choosing husbands (short story: she enslaved and then murdered themâyikes!), she is known in Nigeria today as, âAmina, woman as capable as a man.â
Anne
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: Grace
Royal Ties: Princess Anne is the second child and only daughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II, who was the longest-reigning monarch in British royal history. When it comes to serving her country, Princess Anne takes after her mother and is known for being the hardest-working royal in the UK.
Atara
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: Crown
Royal Ties: While this beautiful name with biblical roots has no notable regal namesake, its noble meaning makes it fit for anyone of royalty.
Aiko
Origin: Japanese | Meaning: Little loved one
Royal Ties: Princess Aiko is the only child of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan. Though she is not in line for the throneâonly men are allowed to reign as monarch in JapanâPrincess Aiko is full of ambition and currently earning a degree in Japanese literature.
Athena
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Goddess of wisdom
Royal Ties: Princess Athena Françoise Marie, Countess of Monpezat is a member of the Danish royal family and currently 10th in line for the throne.
Beatrice
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Blessed one
Royal Ties: Beatrice is the name of real-life royal Princess Beatrice, who is one of the late Queen Elizabeth IIâs grandchildren. Fans of the popular book series American Royals also know Princess Beatrice of the oldest daughter in the bookâs fictionalized American royal family. And Bea is the cutest nickname!
Catherine
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Pure
Royal Ties: Following an impressive line of regal Catherines, Kate Middletonâalso known as the Princess of Walesâis the latest royal to carry the name.
Charlotte
Origin: French | Meaning: Petite
Royal Ties: Speaking of Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales named her only daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana back in 2015. And the name has a royal pop culture nod with the Bridgerton spin-off Queen Charlotte on Netflix. Princess Charlotte also goes by the cute nickname Lottie, too!
Cleopatra
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Glory of the father
Royal Ties: Cleopatra was famously Queen of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt from 51 to 30 B.C. We additionally love the nickname Cleo.
Caroline
Origin: French | Meaning: Free woman
Royal Ties: Princess Caroline of Monaco is the eldest child of the late Prince Rainier III of Monaco, and Grace Kelly. She is the older sister of Prince Albert and Princess Stéphanie.
Diana
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Divine
Royal Ties: Long before Kate Middleton became the Princess of Wales, the late Princess Diana held this royal title during her marriage to Englandâs current monarch, King Charles III. Her granddaughter, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, also holds her namesake.
Estelle
Origin: French | Meaning: Star
Royal Ties: Princess Estelle of Sweden is the granddaughter of the King and Queen of Sweden. Sheâs currently second in line for the Swedish throne behind her mother, Crown Princess Victoria.
Elizabeth
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: Pledged to God
Royal Ties: Queen Elizabeth I reigned over England in the 17th century, ushering in a prosperous golden age known as the Elizabethan era. The late Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 70 years before her recent passing, giving this classic moniker a long and storied history.
Eugenie
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Nobility, well born
Royal Ties: Princess Eugenie is the granddaughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II and is currently 11th in line to the British throne. Sheâs also a mom to sons August and Ernest, whose names also make special appearances on this list!
Elena
Origin: Spanish, Italian, Greek | Meaning: Shining light
Royal Ties: Princess Elena, Duchess of Lugo is part of Spainâs royal family and the oldest sister of reigning King Felipe VI. You might also know the moniker from Disneyâs Elena of Avalor.
Elsa
Origin: German, Scandinavian | Meaning: Noble, joyful
Royal Ties: Youâve probably heard of Queen Elsa of Arendelle from Disneyâs Frozen and, in my house, sheâs as much of a real-life royal as any others on this list.
Grace
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Blessing
Royal Ties: The name Grace has several royal ties including Grace Kelly, the American actress who became Princess of Monaco when she married Prince Ranier III. Itâs also the middle name of Mia Grace Tindall, one of Queen Elizabeth IIâs great-grandchildren.
Hattie
Origin: German | Meaning: Home or estate ruler
Royal Ties: Derived from the name Harriett, the nickname-turned-name Hattie has a royal-themed meaning. Plus, itâs a variant of the names Henry or Harry, which both have royal ties in the British royal family (more on those names below!).
Isla
Origin: Scottish, Spanish | Meaning: Island
Royal Ties: One of Queen Elizabeth IIâs grandchildren, Peter Phillips, has a daughter named Isla Elizabeth Phillips, making Isla an adorably royal name.
Isolde
Origin: Welsh, German | Meaning: Ice ruler
Royal Ties: Though this name isnât super common, it reminds us of popular names like Isla or Elsa and has a cool (see what we did there âïž) royal-themed meaning.
Isabella
Origin: Italian, Spanish | Meaning: Devoted to God
Royal Ties: Princess Isabella Henrietta Ingrid Margrethe of Denmark is currently second in line to the Danish throne after her older brother, Prince Christian.
Josephine
Origin: French | Meaning: God will increase
Royal Ties: Princess Josephine Sophia Ivalo Mathilda of Denmark is the younger sister of Princess Isabella. She is the youngest child of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary and currently fourth in the Danish royal familyâs line of succession.
Juno
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Queen of the heavens
Royal Ties: In Roman mythology, Juno was said to be a goddess, equal in stature to Jupiter. So while she may not have ruled lands here on Earth, this âqueen of the heavensâ has a name worthy of any royal.
Kiko
Origin: Japanese | Meaning: Happy, rejoicing child
Royal Ties: Crown Princess Kiko is an active working member of Japanâs imperial family. Her imperial patronages surround medical, science, and childrenâs causes, making her a strong namesake for any little one.
Lilibet
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: God is my oath
Royal Ties: In the British royal family, the moniker Lilibet originated as a childhood nickname for Queen Elizabeth II because, as a toddler, she could not correctly pronounce her own name. It later became a first name to the Queenâs great-granddaughter Princess Lilibet Diana of Sussex, who goes by Lili.
Lena
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Ray of light
Royal Ties: Lena Elizabeth Tindall is the second daughter of Zara and Mike Tindall. Zara is a granddaughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II and the only daughter of Princess Anne.
Louise
Origin: French, German | Meaning: Renowned warrior
Royal Ties: The name Louise has deep roots in the British royal family, starting with Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll, who was the sixth child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Today, Lady Louise Windsor, one of Queen Elizabeth IIâs grandchildren, sports the pretty moniker.
Lalla
Origin: Persian | Meaning: Tulip
Royal Ties: This floral-inspired name is held by Princess Lalla Khadija of Morocco. In Amazigh, Lalla is a title meaning âLady,â so many members of Moroccoâs royal family use this honorific name before their personal or family names.
Leonore
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Sun ray
Royal Ties: This elegant name is derived from the monikers Eleanor and Helen. Two royal kids currently have this name: Princess Leonore Lilian Maria of Sweden and Princess Leonor de BorbĂłn y Ortiz of Spain.
Malika
Origin: Arabic, Hungarian | Meaning: Master
Royal Ties: Famous namesakes include the late Princess Lalla Malika of Morocco and the fictional ruler of a 15th century West African empire in the historical fantasy series, Malika: Warrior Queen.
Margaret
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Pearl
Royal Ties: The baby-naming experts at Nameberry dubbed Margaret a ârich, classic name used for queens and saintsâ and it was the first name of Queen Elizabeth IIâs only sister, Princess Margaret. For parents seeking versatility, this option offers plenty of nicknames, from Maggie to Meg to the retro Peggy.
Mia
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Mine
Royal Ties: Mia is the first name of one of Queen Elizabeth IIâs great-granddaughters, Mia Grace Tindall. Itâs also the name of beloved fictional royal Princess Mia (aka Princess Amelia Mignonette Thermopolis Grimaldi Renaldo of Genovia) from The Princess Diaries.
Mathilde
Origin: German | Meaning: Mighty in battle
Royal Ties: The reigning queen of Belgium is regally named Her Majesty Mathilde Marie Christine Ghislaine dâUdekem dâAcoz. Itâs similar to the name Matilda, and has several cute nicknames including Tilly, Tilde, Mathie, and Mimi.
Madeleine
Origin: English, French | Meaning: High tower
Royal Ties: Madeleine is a classically-gorgeous name that has many spelling variations (Madeline, Madelyn, etc.) and a sweet nickname, Maddie. Princess Madeleine of Sweden currently has the name, too.
Mira
Origin: Sanskrit | Meaning: Prosperous
Royal Ties: Nothing exemplifies prosperity quite like a royal family, making this adorable name a fit for any little princess. Plus, itâs the name of the titular character in the popular Disney Junior TV show, Mira Royal Detective.
Orla
Origin: Celtic | Meaning: Golden princess
Royal Ties: This pretty name thatâs reminiscent of monikers like Isla or Cora means âGolden princess.â Need I say more?
Philippa
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Lover of horses
Royal Ties: Though sheâs not technically a royal, Philippa is the name of Kate Middletonâs younger sister, whom you might know by her cute nickname, Pippa.
Paola
Origin: Italian | Meaning: Small
Royal Ties: Donât let this monikerâs meaning fool you into thinking itâs insignificantâitâs actually quite fit for a queen, like Queen Paola of Belgium.
Rania
Origin: Arabic | Meaning: Queenly
Royal Ties: The current queen of Jordan, Queen Rania Al Abdullah, bears this name. If Raniaâs regal nature wasnât enough to sway you, the United Nations lauded Queen Rania as an international human rights advocate, calling her âan advocate for tolerance, compassion, and promoting empathy between people of all cultures.â
Sienna
Origin: Italian | Meaning: Orange red
Royal Ties: Sienna was recently selected by Princess Beatrice as the name she bestowed her firstborn daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi.
Sadie
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: Princess
Royal Ties: This darling name literally means princess!
Savannah
Origin: Spanish | Meaning: Treeless plain
Royal Ties: Queen Elizabeth IIâs eldest grandson, Peter Phillips, named his second daughter Savannah back in 2010. Besides being a royal moniker, itâs also a cute nod to the southern U.S. city Savannah, Georgia.
Salma
Origin: Arabic | Meaning: Peace
Royal Ties: The name Salma has two royal connections: itâs the first name of Princess Salma of Jordan and the personal name of Princess Lalla Salma of Morocco.
Sofia
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Wisdom
Royal Ties: King Felipe IV and Queen Letizia are the royal parents of Princess Sofia de BorbĂłn y Ortiz, Infanta of Spain. The preteen is currently second in line to the Spanish throne.
Thailah
Origin: Thai | Meaning: Queen
Royal Ties: With a meaning as simple and straightforward as Thailahâs, this lovely name just waits to crown any familyâs newest and most adorable addition.
Victoria
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Victory
Royal Ties: Similar to Catherine, the name Victoria has deep roots within the British royal family, most notably as the first name of Queen Victoria, who reigned England for 63 years from 1837 until 1901.
Zara
Origin: Arabic | Meaning: Blooming flower
Royal Ties: Zara is the name of the late Queen Elizabeth IIâs eldest granddaughter, Zara Tindall, who is the daughter of Princess Anne.
Royal-Inspired Baby Names for Boys
From legendary kings to modern-day mini royals, each of these names offers a rich and regal name worthy of any adorable newborn.
August
Origin: German | Meaning: Great, magnificent
Royal Ties: Princess Eugenie named her firstborn son August Philip Hawke Brooksbank. The name August also has the cutest nicknames Auggie and Gus.
Alexander
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Defending men
Royal Ties: If you have big ambitions for your little one, consider this classic name, which has royal roots thanks to the legendary historic figure Alexander the Great of Macedonia.
Arthur
Origin: Scottish, Celtic | Meaning: Bear
Royal Ties: Arthur is one of King Charles IIIâs middle names and it was similarly passed down to his firstborn son (and heir to the British throne) Prince William Arthur Philip Louis.
Archie
Origin: German | Meaning: Brave
Royal Ties: Originally a nickname for Archibald, the moniker Archie officially became a royal name when Prince Harry and Meghan Markle named their son Prince Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor of Sussex in 2019.
Alaric
Origin: German | Meaning: Powerful ruler
Royal Ties: Though this name doesnât have any royal family ties, the name literally means powerful ruler, making it a perfect moniker for any regal baby.
Baron
Origin: English | Meaning: Noble landowner
Royal Ties: Baron means ânoble landownerâ and any name that includes a nod to noblemen deserves a spot on this list.
Charles
Origin: German | Meaning: Free man
Royal Ties: King Charles III is the current reigning monarch in the UK. The name has been steadily rising in the ranks of most popular baby boy names in the U.S. over the past few yearsâplus, we love the nickname Charlie!
Christian
Origin: Latin, Greek, English | Meaning: Follower of Christ
Royal Ties: The reigning monarch in Denmark, Queen Margrethe II, has a grandson named Prince Christian Valdemar Henri John, who is second in line for the Danish throne.
Chadwick
Origin: English | Meaning: Dairy farm
Royal Ties: This unique nameâs royal tie lies with late actor Chadwick Boseman, who famously portrayed King TâChalla of Wakanda in the 2018 Marvel movie Black Panther.
Carl
Origin: German | Meaning: Free man
Royal Ties: Prince Carl Philip, Duke of VĂ€rmland is a member of the Swedish royal family and is named after his father, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden.
Duke
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Leader
Royal Ties: Not only does the name Duke have a great meaning, but itâs a royal title bestowed to men known to be of royalty or nobility.
Darius
Origin: Persian, Latin | Meaning: Kingly
Royal Ties: This classic moniker takes its noble nature from Darius the Great, King of Persia, who ruled until 486 B.C. For parents looking for a play on this darling name, the Greek moniker Darian is a strong substitute for both girls and boys.
Edward
Origin: English | Meaning: Wealthy guardian
Royal Ties: Edward has long been a go-to choice for European royal families, dating back to King Edward I of England in the 13th century. We love this regal-sounding name for the nickname options it provides including Ed, Eddie, Ward, and Teddy.
Ernest
Origin: German | Meaning: Serious
Royal Ties: Princess Eugenie just named her second son Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank when he was born in May 2023. Ernie is the cutest nickname, too.
Emmanuel
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: God is with us
Royal Ties: The name Emmanuel has many royal ties around the world. One royal kid currently holds the name, Prince Emmanuel of Belgium, who is third in line for the Belgian throne.
Frederick
Origin: German | Meaning: Peaceful ruler
Royal Ties: The name Frederick has deep royal ties in Europe and for good reason as its meaning is perfectly regal. We love the nicknames Fred and Freddie, as well.
Felix
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Happy, fortunate
Royal Ties: Prince Felix of Denmark is a teen royal who is currently in line for the Danish crown along with his three siblings.
Felipe
Origin: Spanish | Meaning: Friend of horses
Royal Ties: The Spanish derivative of the name Philip, this is the moniker of the current King of Spain.
George
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Farmer
Royal Ties: There have been many royal Georges throughout history, including six King Georges of Britain. Today, Prince William and Kate Middletonâs eldest son, Prince George, has the name and it has a pop culture reference with King George in Netflixâs Queen Charlotte.
Gabriel
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: God is my strength
Royal Ties: Currently sixth in line, Prince Gabriel of Sweden is one of the youngest members of the Swedish royal family. The female version of the name, Gabriella, also has royal ties with Princess Gabriella of Monaco.
Henry
Origin: French | Meaning: House ruler
Royal Ties: You might not know it, but Prince Harryâs real name is Prince Henry Charles Albert David. King Henry VIII was also one of Englandâs most famous rulers.
Harrison
Origin: English | Meaning: Son of Harry
Royal Ties: Perhaps a little too on-the-nose, Harrison is the middle name of Prince Harry and Megan Markleâs oldest child, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.
Hadrian
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Dark-haired
Royal Ties: Hadrian was once an emperor in ancient Rome. He was later named one of the âFive Good Emperorsâ of Rome by philosopher NiccolĂČ Machiavelli in 1503.
James
Origin: Hebrew | Meaning: Supplanter
Royal Ties: James is both a common Biblical and regal name and became popular after King James VI took over the English throne in the 17th century.
Julian
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Youthful
Royal Ties: Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden recently named their third son Prince Julian when he was born into the Swedish royal family in 2021.
Jacques
Origin: French, Hebrew | Meaning: May God protect
Royal Ties: Prince Jacques of Monaco is first in line to take over the crown from his dad, Prince Albert II of Monaco, who is currently reigning monarch.
King
Origin: English | Meaning: Monarch, ruler
Royal Ties: Though this name was originally a surname, itâs gained popularity in recent years as a first nameâand what would be more regal sounding than King?!
Louis
Origin: French | Meaning: Famed warrior
Royal Ties: The most famous modern royal Louis is Prince William and Kate Middletonâs youngest child, Prince Louis. Prince William and Prince George also have the moniker as a middle name.
Lucas
Origin: Latin, Greek | Meaning: Bringer of light
Royal Ties: Queen Elizabeth IIâs granddaughter Zara Tindall named her third child Lucas Tindall when he was born in 2021.
Mohammad
Origin: Arabic | Meaning: Praise-worthy
Royal Ties: While there have been namesakes with nobility throughout history, Mohammad finds its regal roots in its meaning: praise-worthy.
Malcolm
Origin: Scottish | Meaning: Devotee of St. Colomba
Royal Ties: One of Malcolmâs royal namesakes is Prince Malcolm III of Scotland who reigned as King of Scots from 1058 to 1093 and is the very prince who inspired Shakespeareâs MacBeth.
Nicholas
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Victory
Royal Ties: The name Nicholas (and its spelling variations including Nicolas, Nikolas, etc.) have many famous royal namesakes including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, King Nicholas I of Montenegro, and Prince Nicolas of Sweden.
Oscar
Origin: Irish | Meaning: Champion warrior
Royal Ties: Oscar was recently given to another royal kid in the Swedish line of succession when Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel named their son Prince Oscar Carl Olof.
Pierre
Origin: French | Meaning: Rock
Royal Ties: Pierre Rainier Stefano Casiraghi is part of Monacoâs royal family. Heâs the grandson of Prince Ranier III and Grace Kelly.
Peter
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Stone
Royal Ties: Peter is the moniker of the late Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philipâs firstborn grandchild, Peter Phillips, who was born in 1977.
Rex
Origin: Latin | Meaning: King
Royal Ties: The name Rexâwhich is sometimes used as a nickname for Reginald, Regis, or Richardâmeans King, making it an excellent regal name for any little one.
Rian
Origin: Irish | Meaning: Little king
Royal Ties: A traditional Irish spelling of the Americanized Ryan, Rian is a pitch perfect pick for parents seeking a name with royal undertones.
Spencer
Origin: Latin, French | Meaning: Steward
Royal Ties: Before she became the Princess of Wales, Princess Diana was born Diana Frances Spencer, giving this beloved boy name a wonderfully-subtle royal nod.
Stephen
Origin: Greek | Meaning: Garland, crown
Royal Ties: A king in England in the 12th century, Stephen is a strong, classic name with some versatility: Steven, Steve, Stevie, and even Stephanie are all lovable options for little ones.
Vincent
Origin: Latin | Meaning: Victorious
Royal Ties: Prince Vincent Frederik Minik Alexander of Denmark is the third child of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary.
William
Origin: German | Meaning: Resolute protector
Royal Ties: There have been many noble Williams throughout history, but the most famous in modern times is Englandâs Prince William.
Walter
Origin: German | Meaning: Commander of the army
Royal Ties: A classic boy name, Walter has been steadily climbing up the ranks in popularity and has several cute nicknames including Walt and Wally. Itâs historically been a noble name for men including Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Walter Scott.
