Queen Elizabeth II’s Expanding Family Line
Queen Elizabeth II has 8 grandchildren and, as of the early 2020s, several great-grandchildren. This verified overview names them, notes their birth years and the names of their parents, and clarifies current statuses. The Queen’s family has evolved across seven decades of public life, and many descendants now serve in supportive royal roles. Below, we separate confirmed facts from speculation and provide a concise reference you can trust over time.
Confirmed Grandchildren (8)
The following individuals are widely reported by authoritative biographies and palace communications to be the Queen’s grandchildren. Where known, the parent(s) and year of birth are listed. All are adults as of 2026 and occupy varying levels of public prominence, from active royal working members to more private lives.
| Name | Parent(s) | Birth Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Phillips | Anne, Princess Royal & Captain Mark Phillips | 1977 | Queen’s only grandson through Anne; married Autumn Kelly |
| Zara Tindall | Anne, Princess Royal & Captain Mark Phillips | 1981 | Queen’s only granddaughter through Anne; married Mike Tindall |
| Prince William, Prince of Wales | Prince Charles (now King Charles III) & Diana, Princess of Wales | 1982 | Eldest grandson; heir to the throne |
| Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex | Prince Charles & Diana, Princess of Wales | 1984 | Younger grandson; stepped back from royal duties in 2020 |
| Princess Beatrice | Prince Andrew & Sarah, Duchess of York | 1988 | Eldest daughter of Andrew; married Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi |
| Princess Eugenie | Prince Andrew & Sarah, Duchess of York | 1990 | Younger daughter of Andrew; married Jack Brooksbank |
| Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor | Prince Edward & Sophie, Countess of Wessex | 2003 | Only daughter of Edward and Sophie |
| James, Viscount Severn | Prince Edward & Sophie, Countess of Wessex | 2007 | Only son of Edward and Sophie; holds courtesy title |
Grandchildren by Parent
Understanding the Queen’s grandchildren by each of her children clarifies relationships and corrects common confusion. Below is a grouped overview with key identifiers.
- Through the Prince of Wales (Charles): Prince William and Prince Harry. Both are senior working royals; William is the direct heir, while Harry has stepped back from frontline duties.
- Through the Princess Royal (Anne): Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall. Neither hold royal duties but appear at family events; both have pursued careers outside the palace.
- Through Prince Andrew (Duke of York): Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. Both have married into aristocracy and participate in select public engagements.
- Through Prince Edward (Earl of Wessex): Lady Louise Mountbatten-Windsor and James, Viscount Severn. Generally carry out limited public appearances and focus on private careers.
Great-Grandchildren (Confirmed as of 2026)
The Queen’s great-grandchildren descend primarily from Prince William, Prince Harry, Peter Phillips, and Zara Tindall. Names and birth years are listed below where publicly confirmed. As of 2026, sources indicate several great-grandchildren, though exact numbers occasionally shift with new births or private disclosures.
| Name | Parent | Birth Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince George of Wales | William & Catherine | 2013 | Second in line to the throne |
| Princess Charlotte of Wales | William & Catherine | 2015 | Third in line to the throne |
| Prince Louis of Wales | William & Catherine | 2018 | Fourth in line to the throne |
| Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor | Harry & Meghan | 2021 | Name and birth details confirmed by palace in 2021 |
| Sienna Elizabeth Phillips | Peter & Autumn Phillips | 2010 | Peter’s daughter; lives with family in Canada |
| Isla Elizabeth Phillips | Peter & Autumn Phillips | 2012 | Younger sister of Sienna |
| August Brooksbank | Beatrice & Edoardo | 2021 | First child of Beatrice and Edoardo |
| Ella Brooksbank | Beatrice & Edoardo | 2023 | Second child of Beatrice and Edoardo |
| Lucas Tindall | Zara & Mike Tindall | 2021 | Zara’s first child; born via elective caesarean |
| Lena Tindall | Zara & Mike Tindall | 2023 | Zara’s second child |
Great-Grandchildren by Grandparent Parent
To avoid confusion, grouping great-grandchildren by which grandparent they descend from helps track relationships. As of 2026, the confirmed great-grandchildren below represent the publicly acknowledged members of the Queen’s third generation of descendants.
- From Prince William: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis of Wales.
- From Prince Harry: Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
- From Peter Phillips: Sienna Elizabeth Phillips and Isla Elizabeth Phillips.
- From Zara Tindall: Lucas Tindall and Lena Tindall.
- From Princess Beatrice: August Brooksbank and Ella Brooksbank.
Common Questions and Clarifications
Some details about Queen Elizabeth’s family are frequently misunderstood. This section addresses common points of confusion with concise, verified explanations.
Does the Queen have any great-grandchildren through Prince Andrew?
No publicly known great-grandchildren through Prince Andrew have been confirmed as of 2026. Beatrice and Edoardo have two children (above), but Andrew has no grandchildren from his marriage to Sarah Ferguson that are publicly recognized as additional beyond his daughters’ children.
Are Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall in line to the throne?
Under the Perth Agreement (2011) and subsequent succession laws, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall do not hold places in the line of succession because they are not descendants of the sovereign in the male-lined succession or married to those who are, under the rules at the time of their births.
How many great-grandchildren does the Queen have?
Publicly confirmed great-grandchildren total 9 as of mid-2024, with additional births likely since then. Exact current numbers may change privately, but the names and parents listed above represent those widely reported by credible royal correspondents and palace releases.
Status and Sources
This overview relies on authoritative biographies, palace announcements, and reputable royal correspondents. Birth years, names, and parentage are drawn from official statements and widely corroborated reporting. No speculative or rumored relationships are included.