Although the British Royal Family is one of the most well-known people in the world, the truth is that there is confusion when it comes to referring to them, since there are many noble names and titles that confuse society; and more when these are translated from English to Spanish.
For example, Prince Harry is actually called Henry, although in Spanish, his name translates as Prince Henry or Duke of Sussex; and Queen Elizabeth II’s real name was Elizabeth, also known as Queen of the United Kingdom.
To avoid confusion once and for all, in Independent in Spanish We share the list of names of the royal family:
Queen Isabel II: During her more than 70 years on the throne, the queen was only known by her first name, Elizabeth; although in Spanish-speaking countries, she was remembered as Isabel. Her full name was Elizabeth Alexandra Mary or Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom.
Prince Philip: Since childhood, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II was known as Philip in Greece and Denmark, because he was born into royalty in that country; however, when he married the Queen of the United Kingdom, he was called Philip Mountbatten or Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
King Charles III: The current King of the United Kingdom is Charles Philip Arthur George. Before he took the throne of the 14 kingdoms that are part of the Commonwealth of Nations, he was known as the Prince of Wales.
Queen Camilla: The current wife of King Charles III, also known as the Queen Consort of the United Kingdom. Her real name is Camilla Rosemary Shand.
Prince William: The eldest son of the current King Charles III of the United Kingdom and Princess Diana of Wales, called Guillermo in Spanish; and has the title of Prince of Wales. He is first in line to the British throne and heir to the British Crown. His real name is William Arthur Philip Louis.
Prince Harry: The youngest of two sons of King Charles III of the United Kingdom and his first wife, Princess Diana of Wales; He is also called Prince Henry or Duke of Sussex. His real name is Henry Charles Albert David.
Online game Princess Kate: The real name of Prince William’s wife is Catherine Elizabeth Middleton; but in an informal petition, she suggested to the British crown that she be called Kate. In Spanish, she is referred to as Catalina, Princess of Wales.
duchess meghan: The real name of Prince Harry’s wife is Rachel Meghan Markle, commonly known as Meghan Markle. She is the first person to be appointed as the Duchess of Sussex.
Prince George: The eldest son of Prince William and Princess Kate is George Alexander Louis, also known as Prince George of Wales. He is the eldest grandson of King Charles III of the United Kingdom. He is second in line to the British throne.
Princess Charlotte: She is the second and only daughter of Prince William and Princess Kate. Her real name is Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, and it is impressive that her parents named her after her grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II; and the name of his grandmother, the prince’s late mother, Princess Diana. He is third in the line of succession to the British throne. She is also known as Princess Charlotte of Wales.
Prince Louis: He is the youngest son of Prince William and Princess Kate and his real name is Louis Arthur Charles. He bears the name of both his father and his grandfather, King Carlos III. In Spanish, he is known as Prince Luis of Wales and is fourth in line to the British throne.
Prince Archie: He is the eldest son of Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan. His real name is Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor. He is seventh in line of succession to the British throne. He is also known as the Prince of Sussex.
Online game Princess Lilibet: She is the first daughter of Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan. Her real name is Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. She is also known as the Princess of Sussex. It is worth mentioning that, like her cousin, Princess Charlotte, she is also named after her grandmother.
Some other members of the royal family receive high-profile treatment, including:
prince andrew, Duke of York, who is the king’s younger brother. His real name is Andrew Albert Christian Edward.
Princess Beatrice, eldest daughter of the Duke of York. Her real name is Beatrice Elizabeth Mary.
Princess Eugenie, youngest daughter of the Duke of York. Her real name is Eugenie Victoria Helena.
prince edward, Duke of Edinburgh, is the younger brother of King Charles III. His real name is Edward Anthony Richard Louis.
Princess Anne, the only sister of King Carlos III. Her real name is Anne Elizabeth Alice Louise.
