Prince William's bizarre fake name he used when he met Kate Middleton
Prince William went by a fake name in the early days of his and Kate's romance


Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.
Thank you for signing up to Woman & Home. You will receive a verification email shortly.
There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again.
Prince William used a bizarre fake name when he first met Kate Middleton at university.
- Prince William is believed to have used a fake name at university in an attempt to fly under the radar and not draw attention to himself as the future King on campus.
- St Andrews University in Scotland is where Prince William and Kate Middleton's love story first began, although it's been claimed that their paths actually crossed in a weird twist of fate years before.
- This royal news comes after the heartbreaking 'sign of the times' the Queen's reign is coming to an end was revealed.
Kate Middleton and Prince William are celebrating 11 years of marriage on April 29th 2022, marking the special day they tied the knot and became the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
The iconic royal pair, who now split their family living between London's Kensington Palace and Norfolk's Amner Hall, said their 'I dos' at Westminster Abbey in London as millions around the world watched on to watch the fairytale wedding of the decade.
But before Kate made it down the aisle and became a member of the royal family, the couple's love story started when they were students at St Andrews University in Scotland.
Having admitted that they started off as friends before romance blossomed, Kate and William moved into a shared student house together, with the future King recalling during their engagement interview that he would cook spaghetti bolognese to impress her.
While the early days of their dating story sound surprisingly normal, Prince William is believed to have also adopted a far more low-key sounding name while at university, too, in order to blend into campus life and be as ordinary as possible.
Prince William was officially enrolled at university under the name William Wales (similarly, his children George, Charlotte and Louis are believed to use the surname Cambridge at school).
But William Wales needed a way to fly under the radar and draw as little attention to his royal presence as possible, reportedly requesting to be known as Steve.
woman&home newsletter
Sign up to our free daily email for the latest royal and entertainment news, interesting opinion, expert advice on styling and beauty trends, and no-nonsense guides to the health and wellness questions you want answered.
-
-
We just found out Gillian Anderson has a libido-boosting drink launching and the flavour sounds intriguing, to say the least
Partnering with the season 4 release of Netflix's Sex Education, Anderson's drink brand G Spot has released its most sensual flavour yet
By Emily Smith Published
-
Vera Witness raises intense questions for DCI Vera Stanhope as she discovers haunting evidence that no-one can truly outrun their past
Vera Witness starts off with one case but it soon becomes clear that trauma from the past has inspired the recent crimes…
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
Prince William’s ‘manner of nerves’ in New York reflects ‘similar trait’ between him and King Charles - and it’s all to do with Kate!
A body language expert has described Prince William's 'manner of nerves' and enlightening 'gestures' during his solo trip to the US
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
The huge baby moment Kate and William practised at home before Prince George was even born in order to avoid a mistake in front of the world
The Prince and Princess of Wales made sure they were fully prepped for Prince George's arrival
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
The New York tradition Prince William has taken to already
The New York tradition Prince William has taken to already has been revealed - and we love how William is embracing the culture!
By Laura Harman Published
-
Prince William hints at dreamy destination for future Wales family trip during overseas visit
Prince William reportedly revealed that he'd 'love' to go here with the Princess of Wales and their children in the future...
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
Kate Middleton and Prince William's big decision that shows they’re 'taking control' of their lives within new monarchy
The Prince and Princess of Wales are hiring someone important - and it shows they're 'taking control'
By Caitlin Elliott Published
-
Pippa Middleton’s raspberry pink trousers, tailored black blazer and heeled boots were a bold twist on a classic autumnal look - and we love it!
Pippa Middleton’s raspberry pink trousers were styled with an otherwise black and white outfit and it would make such a fun look for autumn!
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
Prince George’s heartbreak as family trips could be set to change forever after he reaches this life milestone
Prince George’s family trips could potentially mean a big switch up in just a few years' time if he follows in Prince William's footsteps
By Emma Shacklock Published
-
Meghan Markle’s outfits in Germany were a masterclass in styling this staple item - but it’s a fashion boundary the Princess of Wales is unlikely to push
Meghan Markle’s outfits in Germany were the epitome of smart-casual chic and two featured this particular item her sister-in-law rarely wears
By Emma Shacklock Published