In a recent revelation, it has been alleged that Queen Elizabeth II was reportedly furious with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their claim that they had received her blessing to name their daughter Lilibet. According to a royal aide cited in the forthcoming biography 'Charles III: New King. New Court. The Inside Story,' the late monarch was said to be 'as angry as I'd ever seen her' regarding this matter. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have not yet responded to these claims.
This latest development comes more than two years after a palace insider had previously stated that Queen Elizabeth was 'never asked' for her opinion on the naming of Lilibet before the child's birth in June 2021. This contradicts the couple's previous announcement that they had sought and received permission to use the Queen's childhood nickname. However, sources have confirmed that Prince Harry did speak to his grandmother after Meghan Markle gave birth to their daughter. It is presumed that the call was to inform her of the birth and their intention to name the baby after her.
The Sussexes shared the news of their baby girl's arrival through a statement expressing their gratitude for the love and support they had received. Lili's name is said to be a tribute to her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, whose family nickname is Lilibet. Her middle name, Diana, honors Harry's late mother, Princess Diana.
Shortly after the announcement, Buckingham Palace released a statement on behalf of the royal family expressing their delight over Lili's birth. The Queen, Prince Charles, Camilla, and Prince William and Kate Middleton all shared their joy and congratulations to Harry, Meghan, and their older son Archie.
It is worth noting that aside from Lilibet Diana, Harry and Meghan also have a son named Archie Harrison, who was born in May 2019.
The naming of a child is a deeply personal decision for any parent, and in the case of members of the royal family, it often attracts significant attention and scrutiny. While the alleged anger of Queen Elizabeth II regarding the use of her childhood nickname is subject to debate, it is clear that this revelation has sparked public interest and discussions about the dynamics within the royal family. As with any family, disagreements and differing perspectives can arise, and it remains to be seen how this situation will unfold in the future.
