BREAKING NEWS
OK LogoPHOTOS

Baby Sussex Isn't Technically A Prince – Find Out Why!

Duke & Duchess of Sussex & Archie
Source: Getty

May 10 2019, Updated 1:58 p.m. ET

Link to FacebookShare to XShare to Email

While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's newborn son, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor may be 7th in line to the British throne, that doesn't necessarily mean that he is a prince — yet. Scroll through for all the details.

Article continues below advertisement
Duke & Duchess of Sussex & Archie
Source: Getty

After introducing their son to the world on Wednesday, May 8 and then revealing his name shortly after, many people wondered why Harry, 34, and Meghan, 37, had chosen not to use a title for their first child.

Duke & Duchess of Sussex & Archie
Source: Getty

Royal historian Marlene Koenig explained to E! News that the little royal would not be styled as Earl of Dumbarton, one of Harry's subsidiary titles but instead he will simply be Master Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. "I am not surprised as Harry and Meghan want a 'normal' life for their kids," Marlene said.

Article continues below advertisement
baby archie
Source: Getty

According to a 1917 decree, only Prince William and Kate Middleton's oldest son, Prince George is entitled to the honor of His Royal Highness and Prince but they could always make Archie a prince later on.

MORE ON:
queen Elizabeth
Article continues below advertisement
The Duke & Duchess Of Sussex Pose With Their Newborn Son
Source: Getty

Queen Elizabeth II can issue an order to give Archie a title of a prince as she did with Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.

Article continues below advertisement
Duke & Duchess of Sussex & Archie
Source: Getty

As OK! readers know, the former Suits star gave birth to Archie on Monday, May 6 at 5:26am. "He has the sweetest temperament. He's really calm," Meghan shared while introducing him on May 8. "He's just been a dream, so it's been a special couple days."

Duke & Duchess of Sussex & Archie
Source: Getty

Do you think Meghan and Harry will end up asking The Queen to give Archie a title? Let us know your thoughts below!

Advertisement

Want OK! each day? Sign up here!

Opt-out of personalized ads

© Copyright 2024 OK!™️. A DIVISION OF EMPIRE MEDIA GROUP INC. OK! is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Registration on or use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Service, Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Offers may be subject to change without notice.