by Chancellor von Moritz | Aug 21, 2024 | Duke, Dukes, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
Aristocratic titles and noble ranks such as Duke, Count, Baron, and Lord are familiar terms to many – both those with a keen love of history and modern fans of celebrity nobles. Beyond these more commonly used terms, there are some less well-known ranks...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Apr 6, 2024 | Aristocracy, Duchess, Duke, Kingdoms, Noble Titles, Queen, Royal Family, Royal Titles
There have been a number of high-profile royal weddings and royal brides in the British Royal Family in recent decades. In the 21st century, the royal duchesses Camilla, Catherine and Meghan have made headlines around the globe, with unprecedented media...
by Chancellor von Moritz | May 10, 2023 | Aristocracy, Duchess, Duke, Noble Titles, Royal Houses, Royal Titles
The modern world is fascinated with the realms of royals, nobles and aristocrats. The lifestyles and characters who occupy these esteemed social strata are the subject of much media attention and public interest. It seems there’s something tantalising and...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Mar 8, 2023 | Duchess, Duke, Noble Titles, Royal Titles, USA
With the rise of the internet and social media over the last few decades, it seems as though anyone can become a celebrity, with the power to attract press interest, enjoy the privileges of fame and fortune, and receive the adoration of millions of fans. The...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jan 3, 2023 | Duchess, Duke, Kings, Noble Titles, Royal Family, Royal Titles
Popular culture has long been captivated by the fascinating and rarefied world of the nobility and landed gentry. In times past, novelists have ventured many times into the realms of exclusive social classes that are generally prohibited to many ordinary people. ...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 17, 2022 | Duke, Noble Titles, Royal Family, Royal Titles, Viscount
The various ranks and titles of the aristocratic hierarchy are a fascinating echelon of the social class system. The ranking system that we know today is the result of many centuries of development, with influences from many arenas over its generations of...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Nov 3, 2022 | Duchess, Duke, Noble Titles, Queens, Royal Family, Royal Titles
When it comes to royal titles, typically the higher-ranking members of an established royal family can claim the largest number of individual titles. The rule of Primogeniture tends to favor the eldest members of the family, so those whose birth elevates them within...
by Chancellor von Moritz | May 20, 2022 | Duchess, Duke, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The most elevated members of the ancient aristocratic hierarchy are the Dukes and the Duchesses of the world. These esteemed noble ranks represent the epitome of aristocratic status, usually accompanied by grand country estates, considerable wealth and a good...
by Chancellor von Moritz | May 12, 2022 | Duke, Noble Titles, Princesses, Royal Titles
Marriage has traditionally been one of the simplest ways to elevate social status for those of us not born into the highest echelons of society. Throughout the ages, ordinary people or those of lower noble ranks have aspired to greater status and viewed an...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Apr 15, 2022 | Baron, Count, Duke, Earl, Knight, Lady, Lord, Noble Titles, Princesses, Royal Titles
There are obviously many perks and privileges to being a king or queen. While it’s clear from the characters of history that not all those born into the role of reigning sovereign are natural or even willing monarchs, there’s no doubt that there are...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 23, 2021 | Aristocracy, Duke, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
As one of the most superior ranks within the hierarchy of the aristocracy, the titles of Duke and Duchess have long held an enduring fascination with people from all walks of life – from those who enjoy the lifestyles of glamorous society VIPs, to those who have more...
