Since marrying in 2018, the family of the Duke, and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle, has been growing gradually. They have just welcomed Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor, also known as Lilibet Diana, into their family.
On the surface, the name Lilibet can appear a little strange, yet it has a deep meaning. It turns out that the unusual moniker is a charming homage to the then-reigning monarch because it is Queen Elizabeth’s family nickname.
In addition, to commemorate Prince Harry’s mother, the ever-known “Princess of Wales.” The prince has also decided to make his daughter’s second name Diana.
The Sussexes’ daughter, the 11th great-grandchild of the monarch and eighth in line to the throne, became known as Lili. That said, she isn’t the first royal child that received a name that honors both the legendary monarch and the late Princess of Wales.
Other royal families, like Harry’s older brother William and his wife, Kate, previously paid tribute to both sides of the family when they named their only daughter, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, the third in line to the throne. Lilibet Diana was born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital on 4 June 2021, with her birth and full name announced by the Sussexes publicly two days later.
Considering the stature and power of his family, Prince Harry is well-known all across the world. As a young boy, he participated in various charitable endeavors as part of his responsibilities as a prince. He then became the Duke of Sussex as a result of his efforts.
Moreover, after spending considerable time dating his then-girlfriend Megan Markle, who is now his wife, Prince Harry decided to make things official when they exchanged vows at the royal wedding in 2018. Since then, they have expanded their family and currently have two children. Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor and Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
While still in the Palace, they generated several controversies during their marriage. Nonetheless, the pair formally left the Palace and started a new life outside the royal bubble in 2020. Although prince Harry has left, his titles remain as Prince and Duke of Sussex. Meaning he is still fifth in line to the throne.
The Royal Family is reportedly in a joyful mood after hearing the news that the royal line has been further expanded, bringing us back to Lilibet Diana. Given that they live miles apart, it is believed that the royal daughter could speak with her grandma through a video call after she was born.
Dedicated royal supporters have also shared their joy at the birth of Lilibet on various social media platforms. When the news got out that the baby had been delivered, multiple media sites scrambled to be the first to gain an inside scoop.
Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor will undoubtedly rank among the most sought-after royals, from her unusual yet symbolic name to her warm and adoring treatment from the other royal members. There’s no doubt that she and her brother Archie will continue to be loved by many people worldwide, even if they are a long way from being the throne’s next heir.
