Prince Harry and Meghan Markle recently made a controversial decision regarding their children’s names. Originally, their son was named Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, and their daughter was named Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. However, the couple has now changed both of their children’s names.
Harry and Meghan have been at the center of controversy ever since they made the decision to step down from their royal duties in 2021. This move broke tradition and caused a stir within the royal family. They now reside in California, where they spend most of their time with their two children.
Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, their first child, was born on May 6, 2019. He had a typical royal upbringing initially, even meeting his great-grandmother, the late Queen Elizabeth II, shortly after his birth. However, Archie now lives a more normal life in Montecito, California.
On June 4, 2021, Archie welcomed his little sister, Lilibet, into the world. Lili, as the family affectionately calls her, was born in the USA and has remained out of the public eye since her birth. Her name is a tribute to both Harry’s late mother, Princess Diana, and Queen Elizabeth II, as Lillibet was the Queen’s childhood nickname.
However, it has been confirmed that Harry and Meghan have changed both Archie and Lilibet’s names as part of a larger rebranding effort for the family. This change has garnered mixed reactions from the public.
While some people are critical of the couple’s name change, others are supportive of their decisions. One supporter believes that they deserve to live their lives away from the constraints of the royal family and wishes them all the best. Another emphasizes the importance of freedom and happiness in choosing a life outside of toxic environments.
The name change was also reflected on the Sussex family’s new website, Sussex.com, where Archie and Lilibet are now referred to as Archie and Lilibet Sussex instead of Mountbatten-Windsor. This decision breaks tradition dating back to 1964. According to a source, the change symbolizes the family’s unity and is a proud moment for them.
In the end, whether you agree or disagree with the name change, it is clear that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are determined to forge their own path and create a happy, fulfilling life for themselves and their children.
