Alexander 'the name of three medieval Scottish Kings'

Royal baby named Prince George

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their son George Alexander Louis, Kensington Palace said.

Prince George's second given name - Alexander - is the same as three medieval Scottish Kings.

Alexander I of Scotland, who ruled from 1107 to April 1124, was nicknamed "The Fierce".

William and Kate have named their son HRH Prince George Alexander Louis of Cambridge. Credit: Anwar Hussein/Anwar Hussein/EMPICS Entertainment

Alexander II was the only son of Scottish King William the Lion and Ermengarde of Beaumont, He ruled from December 1214 to July 1249.

Alexander III was the son of Alexander II and ruled from July 1249 to March 1286.

Last updated Mon 21 Jul 2014