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Princess Charlotte is Prince William and Duchess Kate’s only daughter. She is third in line to the throne. She is known for her confident personality, love of sports and dancing, and close bond with her siblings. Princess Charlotte has made notable appearances at high-profile events such as Trooping the Color, Wimbledon and King Charles’ coronation.
Princess Charlotte is Prince William and Duchess Kate’s only daughter and third in line to the throne. She became the first female royal in British history to maintain her right to the throne after the birth of her younger brother.
The young royal, now 10 years old, is known for her confident, poised, and playful personality. She shares a deep bond with her brothers, Prince George and Prince Louis, and often appears with their parents at public events.
Here’s everything you need to know about Charlotte.
When was Princess Charlotte born?
Charlotte was born on May 2, 2015 at St Mary’s Hospital in London. Kensington Palace confirmed the news, saying: “Their Royal Highnesses and their children are doing well.”
Later that day, the Prince and Princess of Wales introduced their daughter to the world from the hospital steps.
What is Princess Charlotte’s full name?
Princess Charlotte’s full name is Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, a nod to both Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana. She was named Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge at birth.
The name “Charlotte” is also the feminine form of “Charles” and is named after her grandfather, Charles III.
what is her nickname?
Charlotte is affectionately called “Lottie” by her family. During a visit to Windsor Park Stadium in Northern Ireland in 2019, the Duchess met Belfast blogger Laura Anne and her young son George. When Laura-Anne said her eldest son was four, Kate replied: “Oh, he’s the same age as Lottie,” before revealing Charlotte’s nickname.
The young princess also referred to her father as “Papa” in her Mother’s Day card to Princess Diana. “Dear Grandma Diana, I’m thinking of you on Mother’s Day. I love you so much. Daddy will miss you. Much love, Charlotte.”
In November 2024, Prince William was photographed wearing a blue beaded bracelet that read “Daddy.” The bracelet, reportedly made by Charlotte, was indicative of their close relationship.
What kind of person is Charlotte?
Charlotte is described by multiple sources and family members as confident, talkative, and confident. “She has a very strong personality and is almost wise beyond her years,” a source close to the royal family told People magazine in May 2025.
“It’s really her personality, it’s not forced,” added children’s clothing designer Amaia Arietta. “She seems very confident and at ease with herself and the environment she’s in. The maturity that comes with that responsibility, she seems to get it done every time.”
According to People, Burge later told reporters that in a March 2017 conversation with fellow mother Samantha Burge, the Duchess of Cambridge allegedly said, “Charlotte is growing up really fast. She’s the one in charge.” She added: “[Kate says]George and Charlotte are both becoming really good friends.”
A source told People magazine in January 2018 that Charlotte is “very polite, but fun and energetic,” adding, “She’s very sweet, very confident and always chatty.”
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What hobbies and interests does Charlotte have?
Charlotte has a wide range of hobbies. She plays several sports including soccer, rugby, and gymnastics. She also takes dance lessons. “My daughter Charlotte loves dancing, she loves ballet and tap,” Kate told a young fan named Emily during an appearance in Yorkshire in 2023.
On Charlotte’s eighth birthday in 2023, her mother took her to see Cinderella at the Royal Opera House.
Appearing on The Good, The Bad and The Rugby podcast in 2023, Kate revealed about rugby and football: “Charlotte plays both sports now,” adding: “It’s really nice to see young people, especially girls, playing these kinds of sports now.”
During a visit to Galway in 2020, the Duchess of Cambridge told the tightrope performers: “Charlotte is really into gymnastics, doing cartwheels, handstands, everything. It’s great for developing basic balance and coordination skills.”
Princess Charlotte also enjoyed horseback riding and received a horseshoe brooch from Queen Elizabeth, which she wore at the King’s funeral.
Charlotte also likes to spend time in the kitchen. During a visit to Lavender Primary School in 2019, the Duchess of Cambridge told the students: “Charlotte loves olives,” explaining that the children often cook with her. Matthew Kleiner-Mann, CEO of the Ivy Learning Trust, said of Kate: “The kids told me how much they loved to cook and how they were cooking for her.” “Some people stir flour, others add milk and butter to make things like salads,” he added.
What school does she attend?
Charlotte currently attends Lambbrook School in Berkshire with her siblings. In a press release from Kensington Palace, The Prince and Princess of Wales said: “Their Royal Highnesses are extremely grateful to Thomas’s Battersea School, where Prince George and Prince Charlotte have enjoyed a happy start to their education since 2017 and 2019 respectively, and are delighted that all three of their children have found a school that shares a similar ethos and values.”
What royal events has Princess Charlotte attended?
Princess Charlotte has been part of royal life since she was a child. She made her Royal Tour debut in 2016, at 16 months old, on a week-long visit to Canada with her parents and younger brother.
Since then, she has performed at major events such as Queen Elizabeth’s State Funeral, Charles III’s Coronation, and Trooping the Color.
In July 2025, she appeared alongside Prince William at the 2025 UEFA Women’s Euro Finals in Switzerland. After the Lionesses’ victory, William posted on Instagram: “What a great night for @Lionesses and @England in Basel. Congratulations to Sarina, the team and all the support staff. Champions! 🏆.”
She also returned to Wimbledon in July 2025 with her parents and Prince George.
In May 2025, Charlotte attended the 80th anniversary of VE Day with George and Louis, sitting in the front row alongside her parents.
On December 5, 2025, Charlotte attended the annual ‘Together At Christmas’ carol service at Westminster Abbey with her parents and younger brother. Charlotte wore a navy dress with a lace collar and her hair was tied half-up with a matching bow.
What did Charlotte’s parents say about Charlotte in 2026?
In January 2026, Kate spoke to the girls during a visit to Wakefield Trinity and shared a little about her daughter’s extra-curricular activities. She told the group that Charlotte “does a lot of sports, but not rugby.”
