All fans of royal family know that the official title of Prince William now is His Royal Highness Prince William the Duke of Cambridge. However, Prince had a different title before marriage with Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge. So, is why we have decided to present to you the title that Prince William had earlier. So let’s start.
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What was Prince William’s title before marriage?
Prince William changed his title in his life only once. But on his way to the throne of the United Kingdom, he is expected to do several title changes. So, he had his first title change after having been married with Duchess Kate. His official title before marriage was His Royal Highness Prince William of Wales. This title was given to him because of the titles of his father, Prince Charles and Princess Camilla of Wales. This was not changed until the royal wedding in 2011.
Prince William’s royal titles
The highest title one member of the royal family can get is the title of the Duke. Of course, this does not include the title of King and Queen. This title can not be reached before marriage, which was the case of Prince William and Prince Harry. The two of them became Duke of Cambridge and Duke of Sussex, only after the wedding. What’s interesting is that Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are changing their titles, depending on country of the United Kingdom. For example, when they are in Scotland, their titles are Earl and Countess of Strathearn, and when they are in Northern Ireland then they become Baron and Lady Carrickfergus. However, this will change when William becomes King of the United Kingdom.
Will Prince William become Prince of Wales?
In the royal family, titles change after one member gets a higher title. For example, when Prince Charles becomes King of the United Kingdom, Prince William will rise to the position of Prince of Wales. Of course, this will happen when Queen Elizabeth II passes away. Also, this is not an automatic process, but the new king chooses the oldest son to be promoted to the new Prince of Wales, of course with a solemn ceremony.
Will Prince William become Duke of Cornwall?
If he would became Prince of Wales, Prince William could also get the title of Duke of Cornwall. This is another title in the royal family dedicated to the eldest son. This title brings with it access to the Duchy of Cornwall, which is a source of revenue for Duke and his family.
Source: cheatsheet.com
