👉 Empresses are a type of aristocratic title in many countries, often used to describe women who have been raised by or married to members of the imperial family. They typically hold significant positions within their families and are known for their honorific titles such as Empress, Dowager Empress, Grand Duchess, etc. The term "empress" is a combination of the Latin word "empirum," meaning "head," and "reign," which is derived from the Old French word