Written Styles and Honorifics Used by the Nobility

Noble titles come with specific written styles and honorifics that add dignity and formality to correspondence. Here is how to use them properly.

His/Her Grace

Reserved for Dukes and Duchesses, "His Grace" or "Her Grace" is the most elevated honorific below royalty. In writing: "His Grace, The Duke of Imperial Iran" or simply "His Grace the Duke."

The Right Honourable

Used for Earls, Viscounts, and Barons. For example: "The Right Honourable The Earl of Imperial Iran" or "The Right Honourable The Baron Smith." This style indicates membership in the peerage.

The Honourable

Used for children of certain peers and other courtesy titles. It indicates noble connection without full peerage status.

Lord and Lady

The most commonly used noble styles. "Lord" precedes the surname for most male peers, while "Lady" is used similarly for female peers. In writing: "The Lord Smith" or "The Lady Johnson."

Using Your Style

You may use your style on personal stationery, correspondence, invitations, and formal documents. The style typically appears before your name in formal contexts and on address labels.