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TELL US: What Should William and Kate Name Their Baby?

The royal couple is expecting. Got a name you'd like to suggest?

In the most exciting moment for royal-watchers and crown enthusiasts since Prince William and Kate Middleton said "I do," the British royal family has announced that the young royal couple is expecting their first child.

After keeping a relatively low profile since her wedding to William in April 2011, Kate -- properly known now as Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge -- is pregnant. And the world is buzzing with the news. 

"The Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry and members of both families are delighted with the news," reads a statement by the Palace.

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Now on to the fun-yet-difficult part, picking baby names. What do you think they should name their baby? Have any suggestions for a boy or girl name?

The most popular names for Bay State girl babies are Sophia, Olivia, Isabella, Emma and Ava. Hmm, Isabella doesn't sound like a Queen of the United Kingdom, does it?

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Here in Massachusetts the most popular name for boys does sound a bit more the part: William. Behind that are: Benjamin, Jacob, Michael and Ryan.

What's your naming suggestion to the royal couple? Discuss in the comments below. Who knows, maybe William and Kate read Patch.


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