Prince and Princess of Sussex are the Official Names of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Children
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have named their children Archie and Lilibet as the prince and princess of Sussex on the official website of the British Royal Family.
This announcement comes one day after Harry and Meghan announced the christening of their daughter Lilibet and the first use of the title princess. Their two-year-old son Archie is now officially titled a prince, while their daughter Lilibet has been elevated to the position of princess.
On the line of succession page, which lists all members of the British Royal Family in order of precedence, the titles were made public. This places the two children ahead of their father and behind their grandfather, the heir to the throne, Prince Charles.
In June of this year, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their daughter Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. She is named after Lilibet, the childhood nickname of Queen Elizabeth II. It is believed that her late father, King George VI, gave her the name.
Fans of the royal family around the world have welcomed the announcement of the names, with many praising Harry and Meghan for selecting such meaningful names for their children.
Since beginning their official duties in 2018, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have received widespread praise for their royal family work. They have tirelessly promoted causes including mental health awareness, racial justice, and sustainable living.
The couple recently stepped down from their senior royal roles in 2020 and have since prioritised advocacy work, particularly in the United States. They have been vocal proponents of social issues such as gender equality, racial justice, and education access.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are likely to be ecstatic about this news, as it represents a new chapter in their family life. With the recognition of their two children by the Royal Family, Harry and Meghan can look forward to watching them grow up as members of the British royal family.
