King Charles told Harry that Archie and Lilibet could use 'prince' and 'princess' in a private conversation at the Queen's funeral last year
wanting to ensure Archie and Lilibet can use the titles if they choose to as they grow up, or drop them altogether.They had only been referred to as "master" and "miss" on the royals' website, with a spokesman for the King saying previously that their names would be updated "as and when we get information".
The couples' fears for their children's titles extends back years. In 2021, Meghan claimed in their controversial interview with Oprah that Archie had not been allowed to be a prince because of his race.However, he was actually not given the title immediately because of the rules around who gets to call themselves a prince or princess.
Rules set out more than 100 years ago by George V say they get the titles by being children of the son of the monarch – meaning they have now been given use of them because Charles has acceded to the throne.Harry and Meghan want Archie and Lilibet to be called prince and princess.It is thought there were about 20 to 30 guests at the baptism, including Meghan's mother Doria Ragland.
It is unknown if any royals were present. Omid Scobie, a journalist close to the Sussexes, claimed senior royals including the King and Prince William were invited but did not attend.
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