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Meet Princess Leonor, The Future Queen Of Spain; Do You Know Her Full Name?

Princess Leonor, the heir to Spain's throne, formally stepped into the spotlight by swearing allegiance to the constitution on her 18th birthday on October 31. The ceremony in parliament marked her coming of age, meaning she will now directly become queen after her father King Felipe VI, assuming he does not go on to have any male children.

Military Training

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Military Training

The princess, who went to school in Wales and started three years of military training in Spain in August, vowed to uphold the law, respect the rights of citizens and regions and be faithful to the king.

Eldest Daughter

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Eldest Daughter

Princess Leonor is the eldest daughter of King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain. She was born on October 31, 2005, in Madrid, Spain, and her full name is Leonor de Todos los Santos de Borbón y Ortiz. 

Princess of Asturias

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Princess of Asturias

Princess Leonor also held the title of Princess of Asturias, which is the traditional title for the heir to the Spanish throne. She has a younger sister, Infanta Sofia, who was born on April 29, 2007.

Heir Of Spain's Throne

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Heir Of Spain's Throne

Princess Leonor is in line to become the future queen of Spain, following her father, King Felipe VI.

Carefully Crafted Lifestyle

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Carefully Crafted Lifestyle

Princess Leonor's education and public duties are being carefully prepared to equip her for this role, and she is expected to play an increasingly prominent role in Spanish and international affairs as she grows older.

Multilingual Princess

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Multilingual Princess

Like her parents, Princess Leonor is multilingual and speaks several languages. In addition to Spanish, she is known to be fluent in English, which is an important skill for a future head of state with international responsibilities.