After King Charles III’s accession in 2022, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s children became eligible for royal titles. Though their parents stepped back from royal duties, tradition allows grandchildren of the monarch (through the male line) to be called Prince and Princess.
In March 2023, a spokesperson confirmed their daughter’s title: Princess Lilibet Diana of Sussex, following her christening in California. The official royal website now reflects both Archie and Lilibet’s titles.
What About Harry and Meghan’s Royal Roles?
Archie and Lilibet are now Prince and Princess, but they do not use “His/Her Royal Highness” (HRH) titles. After Harry and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020, they agreed not to use their own HRH styles. The Palace hasn’t confirmed any HRH status for their children.
Harry and Meghan stopped being working royals in 2020. They no longer represent the monarchy or receive public funds. Now living in the U.S., they work on projects like Netflix, Spotify, and their charity, Archewell.
Public Debate Over Archie and Lilibet’s Royal Titles
There’s been public discussion about Harry and Meghan allowing their children to use royal titles—especially given the couple’s criticism of the monarchy. However, they haven’t made any recent official comments on whether Archie and Lilibet will take on royal duties in the future.
In a 2022 interview with The Cut, Meghan emphasized the importance of privacy and security for their children. She mentioned concerns about title-related decisions but did not claim that passports were delayed because of it. That remains unverified.
What’s Known About Their Future Roles
Archie and Lilibet, born in 2019 and 2021, are still young, and no decisions have been made public about their future roles. The royal family typically lets individuals decide as adults—like Princess Anne’s children or Lady Louise Windsor—whether to accept titles or take on official duties.
For now, any talk about Archie and Lilibet becoming working royals is purely speculative.
Passport Concerns: No Proven Link to Titles
Reports suggested Meghan and Harry faced delays getting British passports for their children due to royal titles. However, there’s no official confirmation from the U.K. Home Office or Buckingham Palace. The Home Office doesn’t comment on individual cases, and titles don’t impact passport eligibility, according to The Independent.
Final Thoughts: A Personal Path
Harry and Meghan aim to raise their children with security and freedom of choice, away from royal duties. As of mid-2025, there’s no plan for Prince Archie or Princess Lilibet to take on royal roles. Their use of titles follows protocol, but their futures will depend on their own choices as they grow up.
