Speculation is mounting within royal circles as to who will be chosen as godfather to baby Cosima Florence Grosvenor, the newborn daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Westminster. The question arises amid reports that Prince William could be in line for the honor, potentially edging out his younger brother, Prince Harry.

A new chapter for the Grosvenor family

Hugh Grosvenor, the 7th Duke of Westminster, and his wife Olivia welcomed their first child, Cosima Florence, on July 27. The couple confirmed the happy news in a statement expressing their joy and gratitude, noting that both mother and baby are doing well.

The Grosvenor family has longstanding ties to the British royal family. Hugh, a billionaire landowner and godson to King Charles III, has been close friends with both William and Harry since childhood. His close relationship with the royal family was highlighted last year when Prince William served as an usher at his wedding to Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral.

Why William might be favored