Gorgeous Baby Girl Names Inspired By Real-Life Princesses

Any daughter you have is going to be your little princess — after all, little girls just have a way of melting your heart with their captivating smiles that make you want to indulge their every whim. If you're expecting and know that a girl is on the way, you're probably already imagining dressing her in lacy dresses, adorable Mary Janes, and a tiny tiara as an accessory. Well, you can totally make your dream come to life by naming her after a real princess, and there's so much inspo to draw from all over the world.

When deciding on royal names, the first that likely comes to mind is Princess Diana, thanks to her timeless style. From her charitable works to her iconic hairstyles, the late Brit is certainly worthy of naming your kid after. It's also the name of the Roman goddess Diana, so it's doubly regal. That's not your only option, however, and there are plenty of other members of the British royal family who have lovely, quaint-sounding names. And if you want to honor your roots or go for more exotic alternatives, you can look to other countries for monikers that are both unique and charming, just like your bundle of joy. 

There's possibly no one quite as enviable in the British monarchy as Kate Middleton, who has led such a lavish life since marrying into the royal family. With her poise and flair for fashion, Catherine, Princess of Wales, is such an inspiration, and anyone would be proud to name their baby girl after her. Catherine is certainly a regal-sounding name that has royal roots, but if you want to make it cuter during the earlier stages, Cat, Cathy, or Kate are perfectly acceptable nicknames. Her daughter, Charlotte, also has a timeless name that is reminiscent of the fave children's book "Charlotte's Web," so it'll invoke cozy memories of your youth. Meghan Markle's daughter, Lilibet, has such an adorable name, with an even more touching meaning behind it. It was a nickname for her late great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, who couldn't pronounce her own name as a kid, per NPR.

For more retro-sounding names, you can draw inspiration from Princess Beatrice, which can be shortened to Bea or Bee. Beatrice means "voyager" and "blessed," so you may have a future globetrotter. Eugenie is another quaint option, which you can alter to Eugenia for a more feminine take. And, we can't forget the daughter of Queen Elizabeth II, Princess Anne, whose name has many variations, such as Anna, Annette, or Annie, all of which will stand the test of time.

The United Kingdom isn't the only region in Europe that has gorgeous regal names. Princess Elisabeth of Belgium is a lovely take on the more traditional Elizabeth. As the eldest, she's the heir to the throne, so if you're having your first child, Elisabeth would be the perfect pick. Her sister Eléonore has such a dreamy-sounding name, which you won't hear too often in the United States, so there won't be any mix-ups in the classroom. Swedish Crown Princess Victoria has a name deeply rooted in royal history, so fans of following aristocratic lines can go that route. Her daughter Estelle has another romantic baby name that may also be inspired by your favorite sitcom, "The Golden Girls."

Sophie can be a reference to both Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein and to the Duchess of Edinburgh, so it's doubly royal. The latter has a daughter called Marie-Caroline, which serves as inspo for a hyphenated name. Spanish princess Leonor has such a great no-frills name, and can be spelled Leonore or Leonora to fancy it up a bit. Of course, we have to give Grace Kelly an honorable mention, as she reigned supreme as one of the most glamorous movie-star-turned-royals when she became princess of Monaco by marriage. Naming your baby after Kelly's daughters, Caroline and Stéphanie, is an awesome tribute to the late screen siren.

Your little bundle of joy may not be born into royalty, but that doesn't mean she can't be a real-life princess one day. American beauty Ariana Austin married her prince, Dawit Makonnen, in 2017, and became a member of the Ethiopian royal family. The name Ariana has steadily been rising in popularity since 2020 and ranked 128th in 2025, per the Social Security Administration. Princess Keisha Omilana also married into nobility with her Nigerian prince, Kunle Omilana, and if you grew up during the '80s, you're probably familiar with Keisha Knight Pulliam from "The Cosby Show." While the name was popular during that decade and has become less so these days, we love a nostalgic comeback.

If you want to go the biblical route, Esther is a classic name, which your daughter can share with Princess Esther Kamatari of Burundi. Currently living in Paris and holding status as the city's first Black model, Esther worked as a writer and walked the runway for high-end designers. Princess Senate Seeiso also has a very inspirational name, as she was appointed the National Goodwill Ambassador for Equality and Sustainable Development for Lesotho by the United Nations. For someone in her 20s, that's quite a feat and she, along with any of these princesses, will be worthy of your future baby girl's admiration.