When naming Princess Charlotte, Prince William wanted to honor his mother, Princess Diana.
However, it would have been an immense pressure for the little princess to carry the name “Diana.” The child would constantly be compared to her late grandmother. In the end, Prince William and Duchess Kate Middleton chose the name Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.
“Diana” was chosen to remember Prince William’s mother, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 1997, while “Elizabeth” was selected to honor Queen Elizabeth II. Additionally, the name serves as a subtle tribute to King Charles, as “Charlotte” is the female version of the current monarch’s name. “Charlotte” is also a middle name of Pippa, Duchess Kate’s sister.
By choosing “Diana” as one of Princess Charlotte’s middle names, Prince William and Duchess Kate ensured that Princess Diana would always be remembered. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle also chose to honor the late Princess Diana by naming their daughter Lilibet Diana.
