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HelpNew Royal Baby is a Boy!
Duchess Kate delivered a baby boy at 11:01 over at St. Mary's Hospital in London today. Prince William, the father, was with her. Older siblings are Prince George Alexander Louis and Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana. The new baby is fifth in line to the throne, after older sister Charlotte.
Put your guesses for the baby's full name in the comment's subject, and the reasons for your choices in the message, please.
My guess is still going to be Richard Philip Michael. Richard because there were three kings named Richard and it also means "brave power", Philip is for Prince Philip, and Michael is for Kate's father Michael Middleton.
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Put your guesses for the baby's full name in the comment's subject, and the reasons for your choices in the message, please.
My guess is still going to be Richard Philip Michael. Richard because there were three kings named Richard and it also means "brave power", Philip is for Prince Philip, and Michael is for Kate's father Michael Middleton.
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Prince Albert
https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/951764/royal-baby-name-royal-news-latest-prince-albert
I think that they named the baby Albert, seems highly likely at this point.
I am going to guess that he will be Albert Philip Michael. Or possibly Albert Edward Michael or Albert John Michael.
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https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/951764/royal-baby-name-royal-news-latest-prince-albert
I think that they named the baby Albert, seems highly likely at this point.
I am going to guess that he will be Albert Philip Michael. Or possibly Albert Edward Michael or Albert John Michael.
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This seems to have been disproven.
According to a moderator of /r/namenerds on Reddit:
"That isn't the case. You have to add -0 at the end of the link to get to their webpage. https://www.royal.uk/prince-albert-0 takes you to the page of Prince Consort Albert. George and Charlotte's pages have the same quirk."
The permalink to their comment is right here: https://www.reddit.com/r/namenerds/comments/8f5l97/the_royal_familys_website_may_have_just/dy0tfvz/
Also, this was the top story on the website of the Daily Mail only a few hours ago, but by now you can no longer find it anywhere on their website. It seems to me that they have removed it, either because they were wrong or because the royal family did not appreciate this level of intrusiveness (which I have to agree is rather creepy and disrespectful).
Either way, time will tell if the media were on the right track or not - but for now, I would take their "evidence" with a grain of salt.
According to a moderator of /r/namenerds on Reddit:
"That isn't the case. You have to add -0 at the end of the link to get to their webpage. https://www.royal.uk/prince-albert-0 takes you to the page of Prince Consort Albert. George and Charlotte's pages have the same quirk."
The permalink to their comment is right here: https://www.reddit.com/r/namenerds/comments/8f5l97/the_royal_familys_website_may_have_just/dy0tfvz/
Also, this was the top story on the website of the Daily Mail only a few hours ago, but by now you can no longer find it anywhere on their website. It seems to me that they have removed it, either because they were wrong or because the royal family did not appreciate this level of intrusiveness (which I have to agree is rather creepy and disrespectful).
Either way, time will tell if the media were on the right track or not - but for now, I would take their "evidence" with a grain of salt.
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When I posted this it was 7 minutes after this article came out and it was the first one mentioning it, seems that the article was updated not long after to mention Charlotte and George's webpage having the same message after I posted about it. Obviously it means nothing then because as you mentioned the actual links for George and Charlotte needs a -0 at the end which is why Prince Albert's link without the -0 gives the access denied message.
Prince Albert's link with the -0 at the end gives you the historical Prince Albert. So yeah this all means nothing, the baby might end up being Prince Albert or it might not, there is no evidence to prove or disprove anything at this point. Thanks for mentioning it.
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Prince Albert's link with the -0 at the end gives you the historical Prince Albert. So yeah this all means nothing, the baby might end up being Prince Albert or it might not, there is no evidence to prove or disprove anything at this point. Thanks for mentioning it.
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This message was edited 4/26/2018, 7:11 PM
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I am truly not certain what I believe they will pick as a fn but it's extremely likely that Michael and Philip will be in there somewhere, possibly as a fn but probably more likely as a mn. Another possible mn might be William although I feel like they are more likely to use Michael and Philip as mn's but if Philip or Michael is the fn William might be a mn. Edward and John are also strong contenders for a mn.
I think they might use Arthur, Albert, Alfred, or Frederick but if they do not use one of those as a fn then it probably won't be a mn. Arthur or Albert could possibly be used as a mn but only if Michael or Philip is a fn but I think other names like Edward or John are more likely to be used as mn's in that scenario.
Other possibilities are; John, James, Thomas, Francis, Peter, Henry, Edward, Edmund, David, and Andrew. They might use Jack as a nn for John.
Kate and Will definitely seem to like traditional names and family names but it is hard to predict what they will go with. Since this child is unlikely to be the heir they might even be able to get away with something like Oliver.
I think they might use Arthur, Albert, Alfred, or Frederick but if they do not use one of those as a fn then it probably won't be a mn. Arthur or Albert could possibly be used as a mn but only if Michael or Philip is a fn but I think other names like Edward or John are more likely to be used as mn's in that scenario.
Other possibilities are; John, James, Thomas, Francis, Peter, Henry, Edward, Edmund, David, and Andrew. They might use Jack as a nn for John.
Kate and Will definitely seem to like traditional names and family names but it is hard to predict what they will go with. Since this child is unlikely to be the heir they might even be able to get away with something like Oliver.
This message was edited 4/25/2018, 5:28 AM
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That would be nice. I do hope that George's first child is a daughter because I'd personally like there to be another Queen. Or maybe he'll abdicate the throne to Charlotte for some reason, that would be cool.
Although we'll see if the British monarchy is even still around at that point.
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Although we'll see if the British monarchy is even still around at that point.
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This message was edited 4/26/2018, 3:37 PM
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Richard Arthur William or Arthur Albert William
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I think Albert might possibly be one of his names.
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Frederick Michael Philip
I think it's a nice combo, and it honors a grandpa and great-grandpa.
I think it's a nice combo, and it honors a grandpa and great-grandpa.
This message was edited 4/24/2018, 8:22 AM
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Alfred Michael Henry
I have no idea. I'm just throwing names together from the previous posts. :)
I have no idea. I'm just throwing names together from the previous posts. :)
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Thomas Albert Philip
I have a feeling about Thomas here for some reason, even though it doesn’t seem to have the same royal family ties as Arthur or Edward.
I have a feeling about Thomas here for some reason, even though it doesn’t seem to have the same royal family ties as Arthur or Edward.
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I thought I came across an English prince named Thomas some time ago, but other than that, I'm not sure why Kate and Will would use it.
This message was edited 4/24/2018, 9:25 AM
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I thought that was pretty funny also. Kind of a shame!
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Albert William Frederick
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Edward William Frederick
Because that's what I typed up in the first prediction thread ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Because that's what I typed up in the first prediction thread ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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There are a lot of prediction threads, huh?
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Less this pregnancy (I assume, because I promised not to say anything about the number of prediction threads {in the first prediction thread} if/when they have a fourth). But yes. Every time. The name pool is so shallow so it's strange that it's such a hot topic on name sites.
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I think the shallow name pool is what makes it a hot topic on name sites. People feel like they actually have a decent chance at guessing the name that they'll pick as opposed to other celebrity couples where it could be anything even when you might have one or two sibling names as a guide for the parents' taste.
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I don't think Richard is likely.
I think Arthur and Albert are the most likely and I'm leaning towards Arthur. As Prince Philip's health has not been good of late, I think Philip is almost a definite as a middle name.
Arthur Michael Philip or Arthur Charles Philip or Arthur Michael Charles
Albert Philip Michael (to be nicknamed Bertie or Albie) or Albert Michael Charles
I think Arthur and Albert are the most likely and I'm leaning towards Arthur. As Prince Philip's health has not been good of late, I think Philip is almost a definite as a middle name.
Arthur Michael Philip or Arthur Charles Philip or Arthur Michael Charles
Albert Philip Michael (to be nicknamed Bertie or Albie) or Albert Michael Charles
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Richard is highly unlikely IMO. So far they've chosen names which, while traditional, are also extremely popular (and thus relatable) in the UK. Richard is neither.
I picked Charlotte's exact name so I'm not even going to try to repeat the stunt, but I suspect that Albert or Alfred could be top contenders. Albert is traditional, it's a common and increasingly popular name amongst the populace, and as my wife pointed out today is St George's Day and the last King George was known as Albert (Bertie) to the family. Alfred is a very old-fashioned royal name but Alfie is one of the most ubiquitous names for boy children in the current generation, so again it would be relatable (and indeed Alfred itself is increasing in popularity). Another likely option is Frederick, as both that and Freddie are increasing in popularity right now. Arthur is possible as it's been steadily increasing in popularity, but they might see it as too over-the-top (and also the best-known Prince Arthur didn't do so well).
Middle names - Philip, Michael, William and Henry might all be in there, and Charles is not out of the question even though they do have a Charlotte.
I picked Charlotte's exact name so I'm not even going to try to repeat the stunt, but I suspect that Albert or Alfred could be top contenders. Albert is traditional, it's a common and increasingly popular name amongst the populace, and as my wife pointed out today is St George's Day and the last King George was known as Albert (Bertie) to the family. Alfred is a very old-fashioned royal name but Alfie is one of the most ubiquitous names for boy children in the current generation, so again it would be relatable (and indeed Alfred itself is increasing in popularity). Another likely option is Frederick, as both that and Freddie are increasing in popularity right now. Arthur is possible as it's been steadily increasing in popularity, but they might see it as too over-the-top (and also the best-known Prince Arthur didn't do so well).
Middle names - Philip, Michael, William and Henry might all be in there, and Charles is not out of the question even though they do have a Charlotte.
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Albert or Alfred + Philip
I kind of hope they pick either Albert Philip Henry or Alfred Philip Michael, but I wouldn't know how likely that is.
I guess I'll say Alfred Philip Michael as my official guess. Or just Albert/Alfred Philip [3rd name].
I kind of hope they pick either Albert Philip Henry or Alfred Philip Michael, but I wouldn't know how likely that is.
I guess I'll say Alfred Philip Michael as my official guess. Or just Albert/Alfred Philip [3rd name].
This message was edited 4/23/2018, 1:02 PM
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Tbh I would love if they did Philip as a first name, but I highly doubt we'll see that.
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Alfred was my previous choice; maybe they will use it. Albert sounds a little heavyset, and Arthur doesn't really speak to me like it does to everyone else here. Frederick is nice, too.
I am counting on Michael being one of the middle names, since they used Diana for one of Charlotte's middle names (Diana is Will's mother). Philip, Henry, and Charles might have a chance as the other middle name since they are family names.
I am counting on Michael being one of the middle names, since they used Diana for one of Charlotte's middle names (Diana is Will's mother). Philip, Henry, and Charles might have a chance as the other middle name since they are family names.
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Um yeah, I know who Diana is. *facepalm*
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I think Philip is more of a sure bet than Michael. I do think Michael is likely but given Prince Philip's poor health of late, I think that they will likely include his name in his new great-grandson's name.
It is also hilarious to me that you explained who Diana is. Especially to someone who clearly lives in the UK from their response that discusses the current name trends among children in the UK.
It is also hilarious to me that you explained who Diana is. Especially to someone who clearly lives in the UK from their response that discusses the current name trends among children in the UK.
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Re:Michael-also, the Duchess has a brother and sister who might like to names their future child Michael.
I didn't give either of my sons my father's name (Kenneth), as I thought perhaps my much younger brother might like to call a future son after him, given that the child would have the last name, unlike my sons.
and in fact, my brother did name his son after our father.
Sad that my father didn't live to know that, he died young.
I didn't give either of my sons my father's name (Kenneth), as I thought perhaps my much younger brother might like to call a future son after him, given that the child would have the last name, unlike my sons.
and in fact, my brother did name his son after our father.
Sad that my father didn't live to know that, he died young.
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Bubba Hunter Kilroy
No, actually, I have no idea. But congrats to the family!
No, actually, I have no idea. But congrats to the family!
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I actually like the name Royal. Reminds me of Almanzo Wilder's brother.
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I think I like it more than Arthur, but most days it reminds me too much of Pulp Fiction and cheeseburgers.
I'd never heard of Almanzo Wilder. He had a cool name.
I'd never heard of Almanzo Wilder. He had a cool name.
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Almanzo Wilder was Laura Ingalls Wilder's husband. And, because this pic can't be shared enough, here he is in his youth:
I had a crush on him when I read the books as a wee lass. :P
I had a crush on him when I read the books as a wee lass. :P
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I like the name Royal, also.
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LOL.
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Arthur Henry Phillip or Arthur Henry Charles
However, I love the name Arthur and know if a royal baby is named it rankings will soar.
However, I love the name Arthur and know if a royal baby is named it rankings will soar.
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John Francis Arthur, but nicknamed Jack, similar to how Henry goes by Harry.
This message was edited 4/23/2018, 4:09 PM
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Agree with all this
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Philip Michael Arthur
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Alfred Philip William
I admit Arthur is the obvious choice for a boy, since it fits so many of the pattern they followed with George and Charlotte: popular, traditional, and with royal precedent, but not used by any close family members.
However, I'm going to pick different alternative: Alfred (called Alfie "en famille"), which is very much in the same style. For middle names, I think Philip (after the Duke of Edinburgh) and William (after the father, but mostly because he was born on Shakespeare's birthday).
Alternative middle names: Michael, James, Henry, Peter, Francis, David.
Other first names I can see them going with: Thomas, Frederick, or Albert.
Louis, Charles, and Alexander would be lovely but I'm excluding them since they've been used for the other kids. James, Henry or Edward are already used in the immediate family.
More left-field choices I would truly love to see but don't believe they will use (since W&K seem very conventional): John (but always known as Jack), Leopold (known as Leo) or Edmund.
A Scottish or Welsh name would be lovely, too.
And why not a Greek or Scandinavian name as a nod to Prince Philip — Christian, Nicholas, Theodore, or Constantine?
I admit Arthur is the obvious choice for a boy, since it fits so many of the pattern they followed with George and Charlotte: popular, traditional, and with royal precedent, but not used by any close family members.
However, I'm going to pick different alternative: Alfred (called Alfie "en famille"), which is very much in the same style. For middle names, I think Philip (after the Duke of Edinburgh) and William (after the father, but mostly because he was born on Shakespeare's birthday).
Alternative middle names: Michael, James, Henry, Peter, Francis, David.
Other first names I can see them going with: Thomas, Frederick, or Albert.
Louis, Charles, and Alexander would be lovely but I'm excluding them since they've been used for the other kids. James, Henry or Edward are already used in the immediate family.
More left-field choices I would truly love to see but don't believe they will use (since W&K seem very conventional): John (but always known as Jack), Leopold (known as Leo) or Edmund.
A Scottish or Welsh name would be lovely, too.
And why not a Greek or Scandinavian name as a nod to Prince Philip — Christian, Nicholas, Theodore, or Constantine?
This message was edited 4/23/2018, 8:18 AM
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Alfred was once my pick for a boy.
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They won’t use John as a first name, it’s seen as bad luck.
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I know, but perhaps W&K aren't superstitious. Jack seems the type of name they would like, but obviously it isn't traditional/royal enough as a full name.
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I don’t think W&K have the final say lol. The name choice will be heavily guided by senior family members.
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Same :D
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Arthur James Phillip
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Arthur Philip Henry Charles ... I love Arthur!
This message was edited 4/23/2018, 7:23 AM
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Arthur Henry Michael
I guess that Arthur is kind of likely to be his name. I would love to see Richard but they will not use it. At least that is what I think. Richard III is not a good association. I am a bit sad that Arthur will probably get super common if they use it, but I really think it is likely even though it seems a tiny bit too off beat for them. I guess they will use Michael as well. Not sure about Philip. I guess Arthur Michael Something or Arthur Something Michael. Maybe Henry for William's brother Harry (his full name is Henry). Arthur Michael Henry or Arthur Henry Michael then, the first combo flows a bit better so I will go with that.
Does anyone know when they name will be released? At the christening or earlier?
I guess that Arthur is kind of likely to be his name. I would love to see Richard but they will not use it. At least that is what I think. Richard III is not a good association. I am a bit sad that Arthur will probably get super common if they use it, but I really think it is likely even though it seems a tiny bit too off beat for them. I guess they will use Michael as well. Not sure about Philip. I guess Arthur Michael Something or Arthur Something Michael. Maybe Henry for William's brother Harry (his full name is Henry). Arthur Michael Henry or Arthur Henry Michael then, the first combo flows a bit better so I will go with that.
Does anyone know when they name will be released? At the christening or earlier?
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Arthur is already very popular here in England at least
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Yes, but I think it could go from #30 or so to the top 10 for sure if they used it, maybe even top 5.
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True...
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Thanks :)
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