Prince Name Meaning
The name Prince comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Prince below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Prince Name Meaning
EnglishFrom the English word prince, a royal title, which comes ultimately from Latin princeps. This name was borne by the American musician Prince Rogers Nelson (1958-2016), who is known simply as Prince.
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