the Baronetage of the United Kingdom

The Baronetage of the United Kingdom is a hereditary title system established in 1801, ranking below barons but above most knighthoods. Baronets are titleholders with the prefix "Sir," and their titles are passed down through generations, often granted for loyalty or service. Unlike peerage titles (lords or dukes), baronetcies do not grant a seat in the House of Lords. The system helps recognize and honor individuals' contributions to the nation while providing a lasting, hereditary distinction within British aristocratic tradition.