Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi announce the birth of their Second Child
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi announce the birth of their second child, Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi, marking a new milestone in their growing family.
Princess Beatrice and her husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, have joyfully announced the birth of their second child, a daughter named Athena Elizabeth Rose Mapelli Mozzi, born on January 22, 2025. The couple, who married in a private ceremony in 2020, welcomed their new baby early, with Athena weighing 4 pounds and 5 ounces (0.19 kg) at birth. While born prematurely, both mother and child are reported to be healthy and doing well.
This marks the couple’s second child together, following the birth of their first daughter, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, in September 2021.
The name behind the Baby’s Arrival
The couple’s choice of name for their newborn reflects a deep personal and family connection. Athena, named after the Greek goddess of wisdom and warfare, draws inspiration from Edoardo’s Italian heritage. The middle names Elizabeth and Rose are a heartfelt tribute to Princess Beatrice’s late grandparents, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. The name choice encapsulates both royal and cultural significance, blending Beatrice's royal lineage with Edoardo's Italian roots.
Family background and previous children
Athena is the second child for Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi. Their first child, Sienna Elizabeth Mapelli Mozzi, was born in September 2021, marking the couple’s entry into parenthood.
Edoardo also has an older son, Christopher "Wolfie" Woolf Mapelli Mozzi, from a previous relationship, who is now 8 years old and has welcomed his new baby sister into the family with joy. The family now has three children, with Beatrice and Edoardo balancing their public lives with their expanding family responsibilities.
A Growing Family for Princess Beatrice and Edoardo
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo married on July 17, 2020, in a quiet ceremony at the Royal Chapel of All Saints in Windsor Great Park. The couple has since kept much of their family life private, but the birth of their second child has brought them into the spotlight once again, with well-wishes pouring in from across the globe.
The new arrival is expected to further strengthen the family bond, as the couple now navigates life with two young children, all while balancing their royal duties and public appearances.