Alright, let’s dive right in. With Meghan Markle expecting her first child with Prince Harry, royal watchers everywhere are buzzing with questions. One of the biggest is whether Meghan will officially become a princess now that she's expecting. Spoiler alert: not exactly.
Here’s the deal. While Meghan’s official title is Her Royal Highness Princess Henry of Wales, she’s never called Princess Meghan. Why? Well, it’s because the "princess" or "prince" title is usually reserved for those who are born into the royal family. Since Meghan joined the family through marriage, she doesn’t get the prefix. It’s a little like an exclusive club, but hey, that doesn’t mean she’s not an important part of the family!
What Titles Does Meghan Markle Actually Have?
Now, don’t get me wrong—Meghan might not be officially labeled as "Princess," but she’s still got some pretty impressive titles under her belt. On her wedding day, Queen Elizabeth bestowed upon her the title of Duchess of Sussex. That’s a big deal! It’s like getting a shiny new badge of honor. Not only that, but Meghan also has her very own coat of arms, which is a symbol of her royal status and lineage.
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Will Meghan’s Title Change After the Baby Arrives?
Here’s where things get a little more interesting. Even though Meghan is expecting, her title isn’t going to change once the baby arrives in the spring. You might be thinking, "But Harry’s a prince!" And yes, that’s true, but the rules of the royal family are a bit more complicated than that. For Meghan and Harry’s children to officially be called Prince or Princess, Queen Elizabeth would have to step in and make it happen. And honestly? It’s not looking likely. Their kids will be further down the line of succession, so the titles probably won’t be necessary.
Take a look at the rest of Queen Elizabeth’s great-grandchildren—they’re known as "Lord" or "Lady" instead of HRH. The Queen did make an exception for Kate Middleton and Prince William’s kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, because George is third in line for the throne. But for Harry and Meghan’s kids? It’s looking like they’ll follow the traditional path.
Harry and Meghan’s Exciting Announcement
On October 15, Harry and Meghan dropped the sweetest news via Kensington Palace—they’re expecting a baby in the spring of 2019! Their official statement said, “Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019. Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public.” It’s safe to say we’re all eagerly awaiting the arrival of their little one!
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