Princess Beatrice Welcomes Baby Athena – A Name with Royal Meaning

On January 22, 2024, Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi welcomed their second child, a baby girl named Athena Elizabeth Rose. Though born a few weeks early and weighing just 4 pounds 5 ounces, both mother and daughter are healthy and doing well, according to Buckingham Palace.

The couple announced the birth a week later, with Edoardo calling Athena “tiny and absolutely perfect.” The name has received widespread praise online — not only for its beauty, but also for its symbolism. In Greek mythology, Athena is the goddess of wisdom and strength. The name also honors Prince Philip’s Greek heritage, linking the baby to the royal family’s roots.

Athena is now 11th in line to the throne, ahead of Princess Eugenie. She joins her sister Sienna and older half-brother Wolfie, who is reportedly thrilled with his new sibling. Friends say Beatrice is a natural and nurturing mother, and the couple is overjoyed with their growing family.

Athena’s arrival has brought love and excitement to royal fans around the world — and her meaningful name is already making headlines.