Princess Beatrice named two of her daughters after the late Queen Elizabeth II, and she’s far from the only royal to do so

On Jan. 29, Buckingham Palace Buckingham Palace announced the arrival of Princess Beatrice, 36, and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi ’s second child, sharing a heartwarming first photo of the newborn. The couple chose the name Athena Elizabeth Rose — a touching tribute to Beatrice’s late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth .

Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi have welcomed a baby girl—and her name pays tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II. The Royal Family shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), revealing details about the newborn’s arrival and her special connection to the royal lineage.