Princess Eugenie reveals daughter’s name honouring Queen Elizabeth II

Princess Eugenie has revealed the name of her newborn daughter, paying tribute to members of her family and highlighting her connection to both British and Portuguese heritage.

The royal announced the name on Monday, two weeks after welcoming her third child.

Sharing a photograph of her newborn daughter on social media, Eugenie said her family had spent the past two weeks enjoying a special and peaceful period together.

The princess revealed that her daughter has been named Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank.

Eugenie said the name was chosen in honour of three people whom she and her family love and admire, including her great-grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.

She said the family continues to hold her great-grandmother close to their hearts. The choice of Elizabeth as one of her daughter’s names is therefore seen as a personal tribute to the late monarch.

Eugenie also explained that her daughter’s name reflects connections to English and Portuguese history. She said both places hold special importance for the family and are considered part of their lives.

The arrival of the baby marks another major milestone for Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank.

The couple already have two sons. Their eldest son, August, was born in February 2021. Their second son, Ernest, was born in June 2023.

Eugenie said her two sons have already embraced their new role as older brothers. She described August and Ernest as the “best big brothers” to their newborn sister.

The announcement gives the public its first details about the latest addition to Eugenie’s family after the birth was announced earlier this month.

The choice of Adelaide Elizabeth Annina brings together several family and historical references. The inclusion of Elizabeth is particularly significant because of Eugenie’s close relationship with her late great-grandmother.

Queen Elizabeth II died in September 2022 after a reign of more than 70 years. She was a central figure in the lives of several generations of the British royal family.

Eugenie has frequently spoken warmly about her family and the importance of maintaining close relationships with relatives. Her latest announcement continues that tradition while introducing a new generation of the family.

With the arrival of Adelaide, Eugenie and Brooksbank are now parents to three children. Their eldest two sons are expected to play an important role in their younger sister’s early years.

The announcement has also attracted attention because of the unusual combination of names and the historical links highlighted by Eugenie.

For the family, however, the occasion remains primarily a personal celebration. Eugenie said the past two weeks had been filled with love and family time as they welcomed their daughter.