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  2. Mar 14, 2019 · The "R" doesn't signify a secret royal last name; instead, it stands for "regina," which means "queen" in Latin. If a king were signing, the "R" would stand for "rex."

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  3. Sep 7, 2021 · While you'd be forgiven for thinking the 'R' means 'royal', it in fact stands for 'regina' which translates to Queen in Latin. For a king, the 'R' would stand for 'rex'. The tradition of signing...

  4. Dec 27, 2021 · Queen Elizabeth II was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor. So why does she always sign her name as "Elizabeth R"? Let's take a look and find out.

  5. Apr 22, 2021 · Naturally, many people have been curious: What does the "R" in Queen Elizabeth's signature stand for? For starters, the "R" isn't related to a last name, if that's what you're wondering. It actually stands for "regina," which in Latin means "queen."

  6. Sep 8, 2023 · The ER stands for Elizabeth Regina. The ER, or EIIR, initials were the Royal Cypher of Queen Elizabeth II. Elizabeth, of course, was her first name – and Regina simply means ‘Queen’ in Latin.

    • Jack Slater
  7. Mar 12, 2019 · When the monarch is in a working capacity, she will sign off as Elizabeth R; the 'R' stands for regina which means 'queen' in Latin. This signature is found on official documents and in any...

  8. Oct 24, 2014 · "Elizabeth R" is how the queen signs official documents. The "R'' stands for "regina", the Latin for queen. Most members of the royal family do not tweet personally — they are represented by...