Prince
Meaning of Prince
Prince is a strong, regal male name that has been chosen by parents for centuries. This name exudes an air of authority and nobility, making it an excellent choice for a little boy destined to make his mark in the world. The pronunciation in English is prins (/prɪns/), which is straightforward and easy to learn. A variation of Prince includes Prinz.
In the United States, the popularity of the name Prince has seen various ups and downs over the years. In recent times, its popularity peaked in 2019 when it was given to 1,157 newborn boys, securing a rank of 297 for that year. However, even at its least popular in 1898, it still secured a respectable rank within the top 600 names. Therefore, while Prince may not be as commonly used as some other names, it remains a solid choice with historical staying power.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as prins (/prɪns/)
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Notable People Named Prince
| Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is a member of the British royal family and the younger son of King Charles III and Diana, Princess of Wales, currently fifth in line to the British throne. |
| Prince Rogers Nelson, widely regarded as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, and actor known for his flamboyant persona, wide vocal range, and skill as a multi-instrumentalist, pioneering the Minneapolis sound. |
| Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was the longest-serving royal consort in history and the husband of Queen Elizabeth II. |
| Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha was the husband of Queen Victoria and the consort of the British monarch from 1840 until his death in 1861. |
| Prince Albert Victor, Duke of Clarence and Avondale, was the eldest child of the Prince and Princess of Wales and was second in line to the British throne, but passed away before ascending to the throne. |
| Prince Semien Fielder is a former professional baseball player who played for the Milwaukee Brewers, Detroit Tigers, and Texas Rangers in Major League Baseball. |
| Prince Gong - Prince Kung, also known as Yixin, was a prominent statesman and regent of the Qing dynasty in China during the 19th century. |
| Prince Henrik of Denmark was the royal consort of Margrethe II of Denmark from 1972 until his passing in 2018. |
| Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn, was the seventh child of Queen Victoria and served as the Governor General of Canada. |
| Prince Henry the Navigator, also known as Dom Henrique of Portugal, was a key figure in the early Portuguese Empire and European maritime discoveries, playing a central role in the Age of Discovery. |
| Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany, was the second son of King George III and served as a soldier and Prince-Bishop of Osnabrück in the Holy Roman Empire. |
| Prince Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is a member of the British royal family, currently 31st in line to the throne. |
| Prince Daniel, Duke of Västergötland, is a member of the Swedish royal family and the likely next prince consort of Sweden, known for his previous career as a personal trainer and gym owner. |
| Prince Shōtoku, a semi-legendary regent and politician of the Asuka period in Japan, is renowned for modernizing government administration and promoting Buddhism in Japan. |
| Prince Christian of Denmark, Count of Monpezat, is the eldest child of Crown Prince Frederik and Crown Princess Mary, and a member of the Danish royal family. |
