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Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank Reveal Newborn Son’s Name and Family Photos
Less than two weeks after welcoming their first child, Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have finally revealed their newborn son's name along with precious family photos on Saturday.
In an Instagram post, the Queen's granddaughter shared three new snapshots of herself and Jack holding their baby, wrapped in a blue blanket that matched his dad's sweater and pants.
The couple named their son August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, the Queen's ninth great-grandchild.
In the caption, Eugenie explained the significance behind her son's middle name Philip, stating that he is named after his great-grandfather and both of his great times five grandfathers.
She also expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of love and support they have received, saying, “Our hearts are full of love for this little human.
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We are excited to be able to share these photos with you.”
The tweet from the official Royal Family account read, “The couple have been touched by the well wishes they have received on the birth of their first child and are delighted to share this first photo as a family.”
August's grandmother, Sarah, Duchess of York, also shared her excitement, telling Hello!
magazine, “I am so excited and thrilled to have become a grandmother.
August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, a wonderful grandson and he brings such joy, smiles and love to our family.
Jack and Eugenie are and will be superbly caring and wonderful parents.”
The name August was chosen in honor of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria's consort, who had Augustus as a middle name.
Hawke is a Brooksbank family name, and Philip is in honor of Eugenie's grandfather and August's great-grandfather, the Duke of Edinburgh.
Princess Eugenie gave birth to August on February 9th at the Portland Hospital, weighing 8 pounds 1 ounce.
The Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, the Duke of York, Sarah, Duchess of York, and Mr. and Mrs. George Brooksbank were all informed and delighted with the news.
The baby is 11th in line to the throne after his mother Eugenie, but will move to 12th when the Duchess of Sussex gives birth to her and Prince Harry's second child this year.
Currently residing at Prince Harry and Meghan's Windsor home, Frogmore Cottage, Eugenie and Jack are enjoying their new roles as parents.
The couple has been overwhelmed by the love and support they have received from around the world and are excited to embark on this new journey together.
In conclusion, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank have shared their joy with the world by revealing the name of their newborn son and sharing adorable family photos.
August Philip Hawke Brooksbank is a beautiful addition to the British Royal Family, and his parents are thrilled to be embarking on this new journey together.
The outpouring of love and support from around the world has been overwhelming, and the couple is excited to see what the future holds for their little family.