Why was Bonnie Prince Charlie called "Bonnie"?

zbeckabee

He was considered "handsome." http://www.rampantscotland.com/famous/blfamcharlie.htm Jul 14 06, 11:54 AM

davejacobs

Although not particularly wise. Jul 14 06, 5:49 PM

teash

Because he was SO good looking! Jul 14 06, 6:13 PM

lanfranco

It's worth pointing out that, according to the OED, the Scots word "bonnie" or "bonny," meaning "pleasing or attractive," may have been derived from the Old French or Middle English "bon" or "bone" for "good." Jul 14 06, 6:26 PM

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