In case you ever wondered why so many members of Britain’s royal family each have at least three names, it’s basically to give them a choice of monikers when they take the throne. The regnal name, it’s called. Of course, though the line of succession is long, only a select few spend any time preparing for a run as monarch. However, it isn’t just traditional in the royal sense, but it’s also a tradition amongst those in Great Britain, as well. Yes, many countries except america, this is a common practice. As BBC America noted, it’s common for British to pay tribute to another relative with the lengthy name. The publication noted that while the royal family in particular embraces this tradition, it’s also common amongst the posh-set in the country. They went on to say that British stars such as Hugh Grant (who’s full name is Hugh John Mungo Grant) and Rosamund Pike (full name Rosamund Mary Ellen Pike) are just two high-profile actors who have names that embrace this naming tradition in the country. Since the royals embrace the tradition, their multiple names not only honor other family members, but they also denote their upper class standing.
Prince (Immediate) “Grandma” has “three” last names. “Clifford,” “Loftus,” and “Littlefield.” Her birthname of Clifford, her moms maiden name is “Loftus” and Her husbands name was “Littlefield.” (all three are royal Sur-Names.) What is special about those names?
(1.) For example: Prince birth name is: Anthony Aldrich. The name: Aldrich is good name. for example: Vice President of the United States (Nelson Aldrich.) Yes- the Aldrich family comes from the a very well known stock / blood line. (Hence is one of Prince Sur Names: “Aldrich.”)
2.) Clifford is one of his five Royal Family sur names; It hails from: King Rollo Norman De-Clifford and William The Conqueror Norman -De-Clifford. That name includes: The peerage of: “Clifford’s de-Barron,” as well as: “Sir Royal Knight “George Clifford.” part of that Clifford family tree: became the “Plantagenet dynasty”– adding a new (Sur-name) of: “De-Clifford-Plantagenet.” (aka) “House of Plantagenet!” and the “House of Lancaster”
3.) Loftus Surname is from “Archbishop of Ireland:” Adam Loftus. whom was “Queen Elizabeth I (best friend).” coincidently George Clifford was also her best friend. (They are both Prince Jordans family and they both worked for her.) AHEM! she is also Prince Jordans family!!!
4.) Littlefield is the Sur Name of George Littlefield, Texas Ranger. (Confederate Major / General.) He was the founder of Littlefield, Texas. before him, The “Littlefield’s” (then spelled) “Litchfelds” were christened by: Queen Elizabeth I, in England, by her blessing- founded the British city(s) called: “Wells” and “Ogunquit” Maine. (which are in america.) At that time America was under “British rule.” (The Littlefield’s have a very long history of being legendary to Kings and Queens as their best and most trusted right hand men/ women.) (BACK THEN,) (The Littlefield bloodline was not mixed with any criminals at all.) TODAY: Prince Jordans “Immediate” maternal grandpa is Decorated: US Marine: / Douglas Rae Littlefield. “Silver Star medal recipient for wartime valor!” (*NOTE) he died for modern day america. Due to his European lineage; that country does not appreciate or respect him or his descendants.
Famous Royal Surnames in History
Anyone with these sur-names (below) ARE NOT “Commoners.”
- Clifford: The Most dominant, Blood line of all the Royal families. This line and Sur Name is the Heavy Weight champion blood line. It is best known for: “King Rollo” and “William the Conqueror.” after them, it became the “House of Clifford,” later: “HOUSE OF PLANTAGENET!” (They are the Senior Grandparent line)
- Plantagenet: This Sur-Name is The House of Plantagenet, that ruled England from the 12th to the 15th centuries. This royal family’s surname is often associated with the Hundred Years’ War and historical figures like Richard the Lionheart, King Rollo, William The Conqueror, Lord Edmund Crouchback, King Henry I-III. (upon the end of this Royal house, all properties and monies were transferred to House of Tudor.) (They are the Senior Grandparent line)
- Tudor: The Tudor dynasty ruled England from 1485 to 1603. This family’s surname became synonymous with the English Renaissance and the reigns of famous monarchs such as King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. – (They are not the Senior Grandparent line) -exception: Queen Elizabeth I and King Henry VIII (via) Lady Eleanor Fitzallan Stuart
- Wessex: (Weese) The first Royal house of Germany and Anglo Saxons. “Queen Elfrida Elfrith,” “King Alfred The Great” first crowned Queen of England. – (They are the Senior Grandparent line)
- Ottomans: Ruled over Italy, and the Gulf coast areas.
Obviously you cannot use all of your royal last names, but here are a few additional sur names in Prince Family Tree
Stuart (SCOTTISH / SCOTLAND)
Stuart is a very popular surname, and it’s also still popular. This surname is usually linked to the famous House of Stuart, one of the most important royal families in Scottish history, sometimes spelt Stewart, which is also a variation of the name still in use today. Famous members of the legendary Scottish royals include Mary, Queen of Scots, the famed rival of England’s Elizabeth I, and King James V who would become an English king, despite the many wars and battles between the two nations. The last reigning sovereign from the House of Stuart was England’s Queen Anne, the first monarch to be styled as the ruler of Great Britain, rather than the individual kingdoms of England, Scotland and Ireland. Prince Jordans Great Grandma is: (Lady Eleanor Fitz Allen Stuart.) she was also Queen Elizabeth I, Grandma. (Yes, Prince and “Queen Elizabeth I” have the same grandma.)
Gray- Lady Jane Gray, / Stanley –King Thomas Stanley/ Strange, Barron De Strange / Spencer , Princess -Diane Spencer.
Technically: since Prince family was married to the Hiltons, he has descendants rights, to use the “sur name” of: “HILTON!” and (vice-versa)
However: Prince immediate grandma sur-names, outrank- all surnames world wide!
sample of clifford birth certificate from internet