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20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by LindaMichael1: 12:07am On Jun 01, 2018 |
Royal Names For Boys With Meanings : 1. Edward: The name Edward appears through the royal history. It was the name of eight English kings, including the name of the youngest son of the current queen. The name Edward means ‘happy guardian.’ Unlike most of the royal baby boy names, Edward is truly classic. It keeps moving in and out of fashion. visit http://scholarblast..com Sponsored 2. William: William has been a noble name in the United Kingdom for nearly a thousand year. Prince William, the son Prince Charles is the most famous bearer of this name. The meaning of William is ‘resolute protector’.visit http://scholarblast..com 3. Ernest: Ernest is a funky and clunky Germanic imported name with a literary and adventurous flair. Ernest, the derivative of the Latin word Ernis, was brought over by the Normans. The name was not much used by the British royal family and was more popular in Germany. The name kicked off when George III named his fifth son Ernest in 1771.visit http://scholarblast..com 4. Augustus: Augustus is an ancient, awe-inspiring name of the kings and emperors. Derived from the Latin word meaning ‘majestic, venerable, and noble,’ Augustus was originally a religious term derived from the word ‘augur.’ It became a name when it was bestowed upon Caius Octavius, an honorary cognomen by the Roman Senate.visit http://scholarblast..com 5. Philip: Philip is a decidedly royal and traditional. It is perfectly familiar but is little used today. Phillippos, a variation of the name Philip was well used in antiquity, especially among the elites. The name later evolved into the short name Philip. The most famous bearer of this name is Philip II of Macedon, Alexander, the Great’s father.visit http://scholarblast..com 6. Frederick: Frederick is a distinguished royal baby names for boys with a flair and panache. The Normans brought the Old Germanic name ‘Frithuric’ to Britain, where it merged with the Old English name Friðuric. Frederick has been borne by monarchs of Sweden, Denmark, Prussia, Norway, and Saxony.visit http://scholarblast..com 7. Lionel: Lionel is a symbolically majestic name with a cozy and crusty vibe. The name has now got a new lease, all thanks to Lionel Messi, the superstar footballer. You can trace the name Lionel to the Arthurian legend. Sir Lionel was the second of King Bors of Gaul and the cousin of Lancelot. The name was rarely used until Edward III bestowed it upon his son. visit http://scholarblast..com 8. Christopher: If you want a name that’s regal and traditional, but in a friendly way, then Christopher is worth a second chance. The use of Christopher as a royal name can be traced back to the 13th century. And in the 14th century, the cult of this royal baby names for boys was at its peak. The name continued to flourish for three centuries. Even though Christopher has been a perennial favorite for centuries, it is currently underused.visit http://scholarblast..com 9. George: Do we need to mention its current famous bearer? Well, it’s Prince George of Cambridge, the son of Charlotte and Prince William.visit http://scholarblast..com 10. Adrian: Well used in English in the 20th century and the moniker of several saints and one Pope, Adrian would be a winning choice. This royal baby boy name was neglected in the past because of its similarity to the female name Adrienne but is now being reconsidered. If not Adrian, then you can consider Hadrian, the Roman Emperor version. The meaning of Adrian is ‘man of Adria’.visit http://scholarblast..com 11. Arthur: Arthur was a top royal name for boy in the 17th and 18th century. Even Queen Victoria named her seventh son Arthur. After being neglected for several years, the name is being polished and revived by traditional parents.visit http://scholarblast..com 12. Alfred: Alfred the Great, the King of Wessex, is a notable royal bearer of this name. He was a compassionate, wise and learned king of Old England in the 10th century. The name Alfred reached the height of its popularity from the late 18th to the early 20th century. Fred and Alfie would make perfect nicknames for this one.visit http://scholarblast..com 13. Henry: Henry is truly a timeless royal name. To date, there have been eight King Henrys, the last one, Henry VIII being the most famous. Prince Charles’ second son is also named Henry but is affectionately known as Prince Harry.visit http://scholarblast..com 14. Charles: Popularized by Charles the Great, this name and its variations have been used royally in several countries. Prince Charles, the present heir to the throne of England and its dominions, is the most popular holder of this name. The meaning of Charles is ‘free man’.visit http://scholarblast..com 15. David: David is another favorite with the Royals. It witnessed a surge in popularity in the 18th century. It is also believed that King Edward VIII was the informally known as David, the last of his seven names.visit http://scholarblast..com 16. Brice: Brice is the family name of the famous Scottish King Robert, who led his country to Independence in the year 1320. Don’t you think Brice is an uncommon royal boy names? At least, your kid won’t fear of bumping into another Brice in school.visit http://scholarblast..com 17. Indulf: Indulf is the English version of the medieval Gaelic name ‘Ildulb’. Indulf Mac Causantin, the king of the Scots, is a famous possessor of this name.visit http://scholarblast..com 18. Alexander: Alexander, meaning defender of humankind goes back to the 4th century. After Alexander the Great, eight popes, three emperors, and numerous kings and saints were named Alexander. The other variation of Alexander includes Xander, Alex, and Alessandro.visit http://scholarblast..com 19. Richard: Richard, meaning ‘dominant ruler’ was favored by the kings and rulers in the 15th and 16th century. The most famous king was King Richard, fondly dubbed as “Richard the Lionheart”. Richard has vast possibilities for nicknames like Ricky and Richie.visit http://scholarblast..com 20. James: Six Scottish Kings were named James, including James I who ascended to the British throne after the death of Elizabeth. The royal name for baby boy, James also shares its roots with the Biblical name Jacob.visit http://scholarblast..com Which is the most favorite royal name? Share your choice with us in the comment section below!. Click to know more http://scholarblast..com thanks
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Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Nobody: 7:01am On Jun 01, 2018 |
21. Buhari |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by chyke007(m): 7:22pm On Jun 01, 2018 |
22. Tinubu |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Redoil: 7:56am On Jun 02, 2018 |
RadicallyBlunt:the child will be too dumb to understand simple things |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Redoil: 7:58am On Jun 02, 2018 |
chyke007:the child will be a big thief by stealing the comonwealth of the people and later throw crumbs at them |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Redoil: 8:00am On Jun 02, 2018 |
Saraki meaning a smart thief and a slave master |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by ACHILLES45: 9:21am On Jun 02, 2018 |
Ojukwu should be on that list. The greatest name of a great war lord. |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Ishilove: 2:16pm On Jun 02, 2018 |
All foreign names. Emancipate yourself from colonial mentality and inferiority complex 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 20 Royal Names For Your Baby Boy by Nobody: 3:31pm On Jun 02, 2018 |
I was expecting to see some gorgeous traditional names |
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