The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have named their baby daughter Charlotte.

The princess, who was born on Saturday (May 2) weighing 8lbs 2oz, has been officially named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

MORE TOP STORIES Kensington Palace said in a short statement: "The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are delighted to announce that they have named their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

"The baby will be known as Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge."

In Hyde Park members of the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery fire a 41-gun royal salute marking the birth of the new Princess.

The military tribute to the latest addition to the Royal Family rang out across London around 2pm this afternoon (May 4).