császárn

The term "császárn" is the Hungarian word for Empress. It is derived from the Latin word "Caesar," which was the name of a Roman emperor and later became a title for emperors. In Hungarian history, "császárn" specifically refers to the empress consort of the Emperor of Austria, who was also the King of Hungary. This title was particularly relevant during the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which existed from 1867 to 1918.

The most prominent figure to hold the title of "császárn" in Hungary was Elisabeth of Bavaria, the wife of Emperor Franz Joseph I. Known as Sisi, she was a beloved and iconic figure in Hungarian culture, often associated with her beauty, her travels, and her attempts to understand and connect with the Hungarian people. Her coronation as Queen of Hungary alongside Franz Joseph in 1867 was a significant event that symbolized the dual monarchy.

While "császárn" refers to the empress consort, the title of "császár" (emperor) was held by the male ruler. The dual monarchy meant that the same person held both the title of Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary. Therefore, the empress was considered the "császárn" in her capacity as the wife of the Austrian Emperor and the Queen of Hungary. The term is not used for other female rulers who might be monarchs in their own right, but rather specifically for the consort of an Emperor who was also the Hungarian King.