Prince George’s School Nickname Has a Sweet Royal Connection
Prince George may be second in line to the British throne, but at school he has reportedly been known by a much simpler name: PG.
The affectionate nickname was given to George by classmates at his former school, with the initials standing for Prince George. The name apparently became such a favourite within the family that Prince William and Princess Catherine are also said to use it for their eldest son.
According to reports cited by The Sun, the couple have even extended the nickname to PG Tips, a playful reference to the well-known British tea brand.
George has since moved on to Eton College, beginning his first term there on September 8, 2026. Whether his new classmates have adopted the old nickname remains unknown.
Prince George begins a new chapter at Eton
George’s move to Eton marks a major change in his education. The 13-year-old prince arrived at the Berkshire school accompanied by William and Catherine, with cameras capturing the family as they entered the college grounds.
Eton headmaster Simon Henderson and Provost Sir Nicholas Coleridge greeted them in the quadrangle. Henderson welcomed George with a simple message: “Welcome, good luck. Enjoy it.”
The school is particularly significant for George’s family. His father attended Eton before him, as did his uncle Prince Harry. George’s arrival therefore continues a family connection with the historic school, which was founded in 1440 and sits close to Windsor Castle.
Following the brief photocall, William and Catherine are understood to want their son’s education to continue away from the intense attention that comes with his position.
Royal commentator Jennie Bond previously described the transition to Eton as a potentially “daunting” step for the young prince. His first day nevertheless saw him supported by both parents as he began life at the boarding school.
George’s education is also part of the gradual preparation for his future position. As second in line to the throne, he will eventually face responsibilities very different from those of most children his age, and his parents are said to be introducing him to that future carefully.
George isn’t the only Wales child with a nickname
George’s nickname is far from the only affectionate name used within the Wales family.
Princess Charlotte, his younger sister, is reportedly known as Lottie by her parents. The nickname came up during an encounter involving William and Catherine, when a woman who had met the couple recalled a conversation about the young princess.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, the woman said: “I said he is four and she said ‘oh, he’s the same age as Lottie’ — she calls her Lottie!”
William has also been heard using another, more unusual nickname for Charlotte. During the 2019 Chelsea Flower Show, he reportedly referred to his daughter as Mignonette, a French word associated with being cute or sweet.
The moment offered a rare glimpse of the more informal way William and Catherine speak to their children away from the formalities of royal life.
Catherine’s affectionate name for Prince Louis
The youngest of the three Wales children has a nickname of his own.
Catherine revealed it during a family appearance at the Scouts’ Big Help Out in May 2023. While George, Charlotte and Louis took part in the activities, the children gathered around a campfire to toast marshmallows.
As Louis prepared his treat, Catherine affectionately called him “Lou-bugs.”
Louis was clearly eager to get to the marshmallow. Catherine and a scout leader helped him prepare it, while William joked: “You won’t hear a peep out of him now.”
The nickname was heard again in a later family video, reinforcing that “Lou-bugs” is a familiar term of affection for the youngest Wales child.
A glimpse of family life behind the titles
For George, the transition from being known as “PG” among school friends to beginning life at Eton represents a very different stage of his childhood.
Yet the nickname also offers a small glimpse into his life away from royal ceremonies and official titles. At home, according to reports, he can simply be PG or PG Tips, much as Charlotte is Lottie and Louis is Lou-bugs.
George’s first days at Eton have placed greater attention on his future as a senior member of the Royal Family. For now, however, his school nickname remains a reminder of the ordinary family life that William and Catherine have sought to preserve for their children while preparing George for the role that awaits him.
