Prince George already knows what his future holds: becoming the king of England.

AlthoughGeorge is known for having a lively, mischievous personality, he also knows he has serious responsibilities ahead.

His parents kept that in mind while choosing his name.

Prince George grin Platinum Jubilee

Whichever paper Lupo gravitated toward, they decided, would be their son’s name.

Lupo reportedly trotted to the “George” paper, and the decision was made.

They couldn’t have made a better choice for their firstborn.

St. George and dragon painting

The name George has great significance not only on a national level but on a personal one as well.

Yet Britons are more likely to associate the name with a national hero than a man with a plow.

St. George is the patron saint of England, perBritannica.

King George VI coronation

In fact, he never set foot in England at all.

Probably just an allegory.

The name has special significance among the Windsors since it was the name of the last king of England.

With Edward out of the picture, King George’s family automatically assumed the line of succession.