Prince Harry And Meghan Markle's Baby Name Speculation: What's In The Running?

Hey there, royal fans! You won’t believe how fast things are moving in the world of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Just like that, they’ve announced they’re expecting their first child together! The news broke on Monday, Oct. 15, and ever since, the internet has been buzzing with questions. One of the biggest? What on earth will they name this little royal bundle of joy?

Now, here's the scoop: While we don’t yet know if it’s a prince or princess (though fingers crossed they spill the gender soon!), Meghan reportedly dropped some hints during her royal tour with Harry. On Thursday, Oct. 18, while riding a local tram in Melbourne, Australia, Meghan shared with a 12-year-old student named Charlie Wolf that they’re already brainstorming names. "We’ve been given a long list of names from everyone," she said. "We’re going to sit down and have a look at them." Can you picture the couple huddled over a notebook, scribbling down ideas? It’s adorable, right?

What Names Are on the List?

According to a recent report in the Daily Express, there are three names that are currently leading the charge. "At this stage, Diana, Arthur, and Alice, which were favorites at different stages for Kate and William’s babies, are the 12/1 front-runners," bookmakers revealed. "However, with months until the baby is born, those odds will likely change, and other names may come into play." Wouldn't it be incredibly touching if they named their baby after Harry’s late mother, Princess Diana? That would be a beautiful tribute.

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Could They Go Off-Script?

Of course, with Meghan's American roots, it’s entirely possible that Harry and Meghan might choose a name that breaks with tradition. "With Meghan’s USA roots, it would be remiss of bookmakers to rule out an American moniker featuring somewhere," Jessica Bridge, of British-based gambling company Ladbrokes Coral, told the Daily Express. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities, doesn’t it? Imagine a name that blends both worlds, paying homage to both sides of their heritage.

The Official Announcement

The couple officially announced their pregnancy earlier this week through a statement from Kensington Palace. "Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019," the message read. "Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public." Can’t wait to see what they choose for their little one's name!

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