What will Kate Middleton name her new royal baby? Here are some informed guesses.

When Prince William and Duchess Catherine — that’s Kate Middleton to you — name their third child, they’re likely to choose a name of one of the baby’s royal predecessors. This is something (presumably) given lots of thought, and each name comes with a real History, with a capital “H.” Given that most Windsors get a slew of names — Prince Charles, for example, is Prince Charles Philip Arthur George — it’s quite the game of mix and match.

There are a set of names from which the royals traditionally draw, so it’s likely Wills and Kate will select one or more of them for their infant. No guarantee, though. It’s modern times, so who knows? On the other hand, the most popular name last year was “Charlie,” so… 

Albert

There’s never been a King Albert, and it first showed up at the palace as the name of Queen Victoria’s consort. There nearly was one: Edward VII had a song named Albert Victor, but he died before being made the king. Meaning: Defender of the people.

Alexander

There are rumors that the Middletons are hoping this name makes the cut. There were three Scottish Kings Alexander, and of course, there’s The Great.

While commemorating Anzac Day, Prince William may have given the strongest indication yet that Alexander is the most likely name to be chosen for the newest royal baby:

The man mentions the name “Alexander” and the Duke of Cambridge replies “Funny you should say that!”



Is this the biggest clue we may have a Prince Alexander? #RoyalBabyhttps://t.co/VXiYW3o8VI

— Laura (@Laura__Royal) April 25, 2018