British Aristocrat Lord Ivar Mountbatten Disputes Meghan’s Claim About Sussex Surname

Lord Ivar Mountbatten, a British aristocrat and a member of the extended royal family, has weighed in on the debate surrounding Meghan Markle’s last name. In an interview with Town & Country, Lord Mountbatten stated that Meghan is “completely incorrect” about her last name being Sussex.

The controversy arose when Meghan Markle declared in her Netflix show, “With Love, Meghan,” that she no longer uses her maiden name “Markle” and now goes by Sussex. However, Lord Mountbatten clarified that Meghan’s family name is actually Mountbatten-Windsor, not Sussex.

According to Lord Mountbatten, Meghan and Harry’s children are named Archie and Lilibet Mountbatten-Windsor, not Sussex. He explained that while they hold the titles of Duke and Duchess of Sussex, their actual surname is Mountbatten-Windsor.

In response to Meghan’s statement about sharing her name with her children, Lord Mountbatten emphasized the importance of family names and clarified the royal protocol surrounding surnames.

The debate over Meghan’s last name has sparked discussions on social media, with many users pointing out the distinction between titles and surnames in the royal family. Lord Mountbatten’s comments add a new perspective to the ongoing conversation about Meghan Markle’s identity and her place within the royal family.