Why British monarchy is running out of noble names for its sons, daughters

There are a limited number of royal titles available and many of them are already held by various members of the royal family

Prince Harry’s new title, Duke of Sussex, prompted predictable reactions. Whimsical pieces appeared about his new duchy, the home of Brighton Pier, and about the previous holder’s marriage difficulties.

Not much attention was otherwise paid to the title, apart from a slightly more thoughtful article in The Guardian. But royal dukedoms are chosen carefully – and the choice is worth a closer look for what it reveals about both history and tradition.

There are a limited number of royal titles available and many of them are already held by various