What is a baronet in the United Kingdom?
Q: What is a baronet in the United Kingdom?
A: In the United Kingdom, a baronet is a man who has the title Sir, like a knight, but who is neither a senior member of one of the orders of chivalry nor a Knight Bachelor.
Q: Can a baronet pass his title to his children?
A: Yes, unlike the members of the orders of chivalry and a knight bachelor a baronet can pass his title to his children.
Q: How does the rank of baronet compare to that of a knight?
A: Baronets rank higher than knights.
Q: Is a baronet below or above a baron in rank?
A: A baronet is below a baron in rank.
Q: Are all baronets members of the orders of chivalry or knights bachelor?
A: No, baronets are not members of the orders of chivalry or knights bachelor.
Q: Can a woman hold the title of baronet?
A: No, the title of baronet is held only by men.
Q: What is the difference between a baronet and a member of the orders of chivalry?
A: Unlike a baronet, a member of the orders of chivalry is considered a senior member of that order, sometimes called an order of knighthood.
