Prince Louis is currently fifth in line to the throne, but this could all change in the future, and the young Royal could be set for a very significant title change
Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis are being gently prepared for a lifetime of royal service.
Despite having many years to understand their roles and discover their interests, the trio will experience several changes in their positions, not least in their titles.
The late Queen had 13 great-grandchildren – from Savannah Phillips to Ernest Brooksbank – but only the three Wales children will bear titles of significant historical importance.
One such title that Prince Louis could potentially hold aligns with over a century of Royal tradition.
Prince Louis might inherit a historic Dukedom upon marriage, much like his father became the Duke of Cambridge and his uncle, Prince Harry, became the Duke of Sussex on their respective wedding days. Louis could possibly become the Duke of York.
The current Duke of York is Prince Andrew, so the title would be unavailable to Louis if Andrew is still alive when Louis decides to marry, reports OK!.
Traditionally, the Duke of York title is bestowed upon the monarch’s second-eldest son. Therefore, if Prince William ascends the throne and the title is vacant, then Prince Louis could assume it.
The Queen’s late grandfather, King George V, and her father, King George VI, were both former Dukes of York. Consequently, she was known as Princess Elizabeth of York until her father became king in 1936.
As a result, the late Queen had several sentimental connections to this title.
Prince Louis isn’t the only young Royal set for a significant title change in the future. His older brother, Prince George, is also in line for a major title shift when their father becomes King.
Prince George is set to become the Prince of Wales, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Prince Charles and father Prince William. He would be the 28th person to hold this title.
Princess Charlotte is also due for some big changes as she grows up. When her father becomes King and Princess Anne passes away, Charlotte will be eligible to become the next Princess Royal.
This title is traditionally given to the monarch’s eldest daughter and is the highest honour that can be bestowed upon a female member of the Royal Family by the sovereign.
Another possibility is that Prince Louis could become the Duke of Cambridge. However, as he is currently second in line to hold this title – behind Prince George – this may be unlikely.
But if Prince William is King by the time Prince Louis decides to marry, and Prince George has become the new Prince of Wales without already being granted the Dukedom of Cambridge, the title could potentially go to the younger son.
This title also has a unique history, having been held by four different individuals within a span of 17 years due to various unfortunate events.
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Source: USA Today
