• Princess Eugenie reveals sweet nickname for Zara Tindall
  • The Princess shares the moniker at the Paris Olympics
  • The royal family have cute affectionate names for each other

In a delightful peek behind the royal curtain, Princess Eugenie (34), has spilled the beans on the affectionate nickname she uses for her cousin, Zara Tindall. The revelation came as Eugenie took to Instagram to celebrate the Paris Olympics, reminiscing about Zara's silver medal win at the London 2012 Olympics.

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A royal bond like no other

"There's no denying cousins Zara Tindall and Princess Eugenie share a close bond," Eugenie gushed on social media, sharing a throwback image of Zara in her moment of Olympic glory. "Watching my family win silver in eventing, goooo Z!" she cheered, showcasing the tight-knit relationship that thrives within the royal family.

The British royals, including Eugenie, Beatrice, Prince William, Kate, Prince Harry, and Peter Phillips, were all seen supporting Zara at the Greenwich Park event. Photographs from the day capture the family's pride and joy, waving and clapping as Zara, guided by her Olympian mother, Princess Anne, made her country proud.

British royals: Nicknames galore

But "Z" is just the tip of the nickname iceberg. Zara's husband, Mike Tindall, revealed on the House of Rugby podcast that "Zed" and "munchkin" are among the sweet monikers they exchange. The Tindall family even signs off letters with their initials, adding a personal touch to their communications. However, Mike teased another secret nickname, hinting at a cheeky name Zara might prefer to keep under wraps. "She's in my phone as something else... it ends with kitten," he shared, leaving fans curious and amused.

This glimpse into the playful, affectionate side of the British royal family reminds us that behind the titles and the tiaras, they share jokes, nicknames, and moments of support just like any other family. Princess Eugenie's candid share has not only brought us closer to the royal family but also shown us the universal language of love and camaraderie that binds us all.

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