Princess
Princess is a girl name of English origin meaning “Daughter of a monarch”, pronounced PRIN-sess. It ranked #1122 in the United States in 2025, given to 209 babies, and peaked at #613 in 1986. Common nicknames: Prin, Cess, Cessy.
How popular is Princess in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Princess mean, and where does it come from?
Princess is the English title, from the Latin princeps, "first citizen" — the word Augustus chose for himself so he would not have to be called king. As a given name it belongs with King, Queen and Royal, and it has been in American records since 1895, entering the top thousand in 1979 and peaking in 1986. It is also common in the Philippines and Nigeria. Few names state a parent's intention quite so plainly, which is both the appeal and the argument against it.
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Famous People Named Princess
- Princess Nokia — American rapper and singer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Princess mean?
Princess is a girl name of English origin meaning "Daughter of a monarch." Princess is the English title, from the Latin princeps, "first citizen" — the word Augustus chose for himself so he would not have to be called king. As a given name it belongs with King, Queen and Royal, and it has been in American records since 1895, entering the top thousand in 1979 and peaking in 1986.
How do you pronounce Princess?
Princess is pronounced PRIN-sess. Common variations include Princesa, Princeza, Princess.
Is Princess a girl name?
Yes, Princess is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Prin, Cess, Cessy.