Nakomeling

Nakomeling is a term used in the context of the Dutch royal family, specifically referring to the children of a Dutch royal or former royal. The term is derived from the Dutch words "na" meaning "after" and "komen" meaning "come," implying that these individuals are born after the ascension of their parent to the throne.

The concept of nakomeling is not unique to the Dutch royal family and is found in other monarchies as well. In the United Kingdom, for example, the term "heir apparent" is used to refer to the first in line to the throne, who may have children born after their own ascension. Similarly, in Spain, the term "príncipe heredero" is used to refer to the heir to the throne, who may have children born after their accession.

The term nakomeling is often used in the context of succession laws and the order of precedence in royal families. It is also a subject of interest in the media and among the public, as it can have implications for the future of the monarchy and the potential for a change in the royal line.

In the case of the Dutch royal family, the term nakomeling has been used to describe the children of Queen Beatrix, who ascended to the throne in 1980. Her children, including Princesses Beatrix and Irene, were born after her accession. The term has also been used to describe the children of King Willem-Alexander, who ascended to the throne in 2013. His children, including Princesses Catharina-Amalia and Alexia, were born after his accession.