As we inch closer to the arrival of Kate Middleton and Prince William's royal twins, anticipation is at an all-time high. Everyone's buzzing about what the little ones might be named. While Princess Alice was once a popular guess for one of the baby girls, Now to Love reports that Princess Mary is now the top contender, with odds at 7-1. It’s fascinating stuff, right? Let’s dive deeper.
Here's the scoop: Mary would be a timeless choice that fits perfectly alongside Prince George and Princess Charlotte. Not only does it carry a classic royal vibe, but it’s also one of Queen Elizabeth’s middle names. History buffs will know that there have been two Queen Marys who’ve graced the British throne. So, choosing Mary would pay homage to the past while keeping things regal. Meanwhile, Alice and Victoria remain strong contenders for the girls' names too.
Kate showing off her baby bump on Feb. 7. (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Life & Style has revealed that Kate, 36, and William, 35, are expecting twin girls in April, and they’re considering naming one of their daughters after Princess Diana. Now, that’s a touching tribute. According to sources, the couple isn’t planning to make the girls’ names rhyme or start with the same letter. Instead, they're leaning toward names like Victoria, Alice, Olivia, Alexandra, and Elizabeth. Intriguing, right? Keep reading for more predictions about royal baby names for both boys and girls!
Top Picks for Girl Names
One thing’s for sure: William and Kate are going to go with a classic, history-rich name. Their son, Prince George Alexander Louis, carries the essence of kings gone by. Their daughter, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, honors Queen Elizabeth and the late Princess Diana. So, what about the next generation?
Names like Alice and Victoria are at the top of the list. Both exude that regal charm with deep royal roots. Alice was a front-runner during Princess Charlotte's countdown in 2015 and happens to be the name of one of Queen Victoria’s daughters and Prince Philip’s mom. Mary and Alexandra are also in the running. In honor of the 20th anniversary of Princess Diana's passing, Sportsbet has even predicted another Princess Diana could join the royal family. Other names on the table include Grace, Elizabeth, Frances, Caroline, and Catherine/Kate.
Top Picks for Boy Names
What if we had a Prince Henry or Prince Arthur of Cambridge? These names are currently leading the betting charts. But, considering Prince Harry’s full title is Prince Henry of Wales, William and Kate might want something fresh. With Prince Philip recently retiring, naming their child after him would be a heartfelt tribute to the great-grandfather. Alongside Henry and Arthur, other names in the mix include Frederick, Albert, Philip, James, Alexander, William, Edward, and Andrew. We can’t wait to see what they choose!
View this post on InstagramThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are pleased to share a new photograph of their family. The image features on Their Royal Highnesses’ Christmas card this year. The photograph shows The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with their two children at Kensington Palace. It was taken earlier this year by @chrisjacksongetty Their Royal Highnesses have also announced this morning that Princess Charlotte will attend the Willcocks Nursery School in London from January 2018. The Willcocks Nursery School has said: “We are delighted that The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have chosen the Willcocks Nursery School for Princess Charlotte. We look forward to welcoming Charlotte to our nursery in January.”
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Part of this post was written by Kate Wagner. It originally appeared on our sister site, Now to Love.
