Queen Elizabeth II may be known for her humor – but the fun stops when it comes to names. Now it turns out that the Queen even banned a first name …
Queen Elizabeth II has become an integral part of the throne. She has had a lot of influence in her role as the Queen of Britain, now over 60 years old. What you like to forget: The Queen is not only the head of state, but also the head of the family. But even in this position she has a lot to say …
While Queen Elizabeth II seems to give her children and grandchildren a lot of freedom (think of Prince Harry's Youth Parade and the Megxit), sometimes she feels compelled to take action. And her sore point seems to be the naming of all places!
Queen Elizabeth II doesn't like "yuppie" names
With some names, the Queen can not make friends with the best will. This is now reported by the British "The Sun" and refers to a small clinch that is said to have existed between Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Andrew some time ago. Her son and his then wife Sarah Ferguson were expecting their first child, Princess Beatrice. Only that it should actually be called quite different.
After the princess was born, the name of the new family member was announced remarkably late. The reason: the family was somewhat divided. Sarah Ferguson and Prince Andrew had already agreed, but when the Queen's name came up, she vetoed it. She didn't like the first name at all – and in her opinion was much too "yuppie".
It's about the name Annabel. Prince Andrew is said to have spoken out before the birth. The surprise when Princess "Beatrice" was greeted was all the greater. By the way, this name is said to have been proposed by Queen Elizabeth II – and obviously it is not so easy in the family to come up against the head …
Queen Elizabeth II. – Facts and Figures
The Queen is the longest reigning head of state in the world
Her birth name is Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor
She was born on May 21, 1926 in Mayfair
Sources used: The Sun, Express, Standard