Princess Eugenie has revealed that her newborn daughter has been named Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank, sharing the news publicly on Instagram on 17 August 2026. The announcement came roughly two weeks after the baby's birth, and Eugenie explained that the name honours "three people we love and admire past and present," including her great-grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II.
According to a wire report from ABC News, the post marked the first time Eugenie had shared her daughter's full name, having previously only confirmed the birth itself. Alongside the announcement, she posted new photographs of Adelaide, including an image of her sons cradling their baby sister.
What did Princess Eugenie say about the name?
Eugenie wrote that the family had enjoyed a tender fortnight since welcoming their daughter, describing the period as filled with warmth and closeness. She explained that the name reflects both personal tribute and the family's ties to England and Portugal.
Two weeks ago today we welcomed our girl to the world. And since then we've had the most special, cosy and love-filled time.
We are so happy to share Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank.
Named after three people we love and admire past and present, including her great-grandmother who we hold close in our hearts.
Her name is part of English and Portuguese history, two places we love and call home.
Augie and Ernie are already the best big brothers.
Where and when was Adelaide born?
Adelaide arrived earlier this month in a hospital in Lisbon, Portugal, weighing 6lb 9oz. The official Buckingham Palace announcement, cited by the royal family's website, specifies that she was born on 3 August 2026 at 6:20pm, confirming the same birth weight given in the source announcement. She is the third child of Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank, following sons August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, born in 2021, and Ernest George Ronnie Brooksbank, born in 2023.
When Eugenie first confirmed the birth, she shared the message "Baby Girl Brooksbank!!" and wrote that the family was "beyond in love with our girlie," according to a report, which also noted that Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have been married since 2018 and identified Eugenie as the niece of King Charles, whose father is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, formerly known as Prince Andrew.
Where does the name Adelaide come from?
The name Adelaide is believed to draw on two historical figures: Queen Adelaide (1792-1849), who was married to King William IV, and Santa Maria Adelaide of Portugal, according to . The origin of the middle name Annina is less clear, though it is thought to reflect a personal connection between Eugenie and Jack that has not been disclosed publicly.
What is Adelaide's place in the line of succession?
Adelaide, who does not hold the title of Royal Highness, is now 15th in line to the throne, having moved ahead of her great-uncle, the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward, in the order of succession.
How did the wider royal family react?
A Buckingham Palace statement issued at the time of Adelaide's birth said that the King and Queen and other members of the Royal Family were delighted to be informed of the news. This followed an earlier palace statement from 4 May 2026, reported by a national broadcaster's report, which said King Charles had been told of Eugenie's third pregnancy and was "delighted," adding that her sons August and Ernest were "also very excited" about having another sibling.
Where does the family live?
Eugenie and her family divide their time between Portugal and Ivy Cottage, located within the grounds of Kensington Palace. In May last year, the couple announced Eugenie's pregnancy with a photograph of their sons holding a baby scan, captioned: "Baby Brooksbank due 2026!"
Key Facts
- Adelaide Elizabeth Annina Brooksbank was born on 3 August 2026 at 6:20pm in Lisbon, Portugal, weighing 6lb 9oz.
- She is the third child of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank, who have been married since 2018.
- The name honours three admired figures, including the late Queen Elizabeth II, and reflects English and Portuguese heritage.
- Adelaide is now 15th in line to the throne, ahead of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Edward.
- King Charles was informed of Eugenie's pregnancy on 4 May 2026 and described as "delighted."
