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Prince George almost had a very different name – but unexpected family member stepped in


As Prince George celebrates his 11th birthday, we take a look back at the moment he was introduced to the world for the first time - and how he almost had a very different name

It feels like only yesterday that The Prince and Princess of Wales appeared on the steps of the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, with their firstborn back in 2013. Read MoreRelated Articles Prince Louis named after Royal Family’s secret weapon - with sweet Charles link Nicholl said: “Courtiers insisted the pair had not found out the sex of their unborn baby, and friends close to the couple claim William wanted a surprise.

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