Royal baby: What will Kate Middleton and William's prince be called?
Prince William and Kate proudly showed off their third child on the steps of the St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington on Monday, just seven hours after the Duchess gave birth. Kate, 36, who was holding the new Prince of Cambridge wrapped up against the cool spring weather, stunned those outside the Lindo Wing as she appeared for the photocall in a red Jenny Packham dress and high heels. The Duchess looked radiant after giving birth to her as yet un-named prince, who is fifth in line to the throne. William told the press that the royal pair were “very happy” and “delighted”, but joked that it would be “ thrice the worry” now they have three children.
GETTY The world is eagerly awaiting the announcement of the new Prince of Cambridge's name
Royal baby boy pictures: FIRST pictures as Kate and William leave hospital Mon, April 23, 2018 Kate Middleton and Prince William today welcomed a royal baby boy weighing 8lbs 7oz. Play slideshow PA 1 of 49 Royal baby pictures: Leaves St Mary's hospital
Arthur is the hot favourite at the moment and ever since the birth yesterday our customers have been queuing up to get their bets on Harry Aitkenhead
Shortly before the couple made an appearance with their newborn son, Prince George and Princess Charlotte visited their new brother at the Lindo Wing, accompanied by Prince William. Excited crowds of well-wishers waited outside the maternity unit, holding up Union Jack flags and banners. But now, the world is patiently awaiting the announcement of the new Prince of Cambridge’s name. Royals traditionally keep the public guessing before revealing their choice and William and Kate will want to discuss the name choice with the Queen and the rest of the Royal Family before going public.
GETTY Hot favourites for bookies include Arthur, James, Philip and Albert
Kensington Palace said the name would be announced in “due course” but the bookies’ favourite is currently Arthur, followed by James, Philip and Albert. Punters have been rushing to place bets on the possible name of the new prince, with James and Henry catching up on favourite Arthur. William Hill spokesman Rupert Adams said: “Henry has been very popular overnight and might well be in the frame." Coral spokesman Harry Aitkenhead said: "Arthur is the hot favourite at the moment and ever since the birth yesterday our customers have been queuing up to get their bets on. "James, Albert and Philip have also been backed and anything else would be a major shock."
Baby pictures of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and baby Cambridge Mon, April 23, 2018 Look through the gallery to revisit the first baby pictures of Prince George, Princess Charlotte and the new Royal baby Cambridge. Play slideshow 1 of 14
Born fifth in line, the royal baby is the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh’s sixth great-grandchild and Kensington Palace said the couple and the royal family were delighted with the news of the new arrival. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could have been the first visitors as they are neighbours at Kensington Palace. Meanwhile, Pippa Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge’s sister, was the first member of the royal family to be spotted at Kensington Palace on Tuesday. Mrs Middleton, 34, was spotted leaving the Royal couple’s home after meeting the newborn for the first time.
GETTY The Duchess of Cambridge delivered her baby boy, weighing 8lbs 7oz at the Lindo Wing on Monday