Style Of The British Sovereign
The precise style of British Sovereigns has varied over the years. The present style is officially proclaimed in two languages:
- in English: Elizabeth II, by the Grace of God of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of Her other Realms and Territories Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith
- in Latin: Elizabeth II, Dei Gratia Britanniarum Regnorumque Suorum Ceterorum Regina, Consortionis Populorum Princeps, Fidei Defensor
Read more about Style Of The British Sovereign: Highness, Grace and Majesty, Style of The Sovereign, List of Changes To The Royal Style
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