Kate and William’s Omission of Lilibet Raises Eyebrows
In a surprising twist, it appears that Prince William and Princess Kate may not have been entirely pleased with the name chosen for their niece, Princess Lilibet.
A recent post on X, formerly known as Twitter, has reignited speculation about the royal couple’s true feelings regarding the Sussexes’ choice of name for their daughter.
The post, which celebrates Lilibet’s birth, notably omits her full name, instead opting for a more casual reference.
The couple welcomed the news of Lilibet’s arrival back in June 2021, but it seems their public congratulations might carry more weight than initially thought.
According to a new book, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s reaction to the naming of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s daughter has raised eyebrows among royal watchers.
Just two days after Lilibet’s birth, Kate and William took to social media to share their joy.
However, in their congratulatory message, they referred to the newborn as “baby Lily” rather than using her full name, Lilibet.
Their post read, “We are overjoyed to learn of baby Lily’s arrival.
Archie, Meghan, and Harry deserve congratulations.” This choice of words has led many to wonder if there was a deeper sentiment behind the seemingly happy announcement.
In stark contrast, the official royal family account made a separate post that fully embraced Lilibet’s name, stating, “Happy birthday to Lilibet Diana, Duke and Duchess of Sussex.” This post highlighted Lilibet as the late Queen Elizabeth II’s 11th great-grandchild, emphasizing her connection to the royal lineage.
It also hinted at the royal family’s delight at the new addition.
Born on June 4, 2021, in California, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor carries a name steeped in family history.
The name Lilibet is a cherished tribute to her grandmother, the late queen, who was affectionately called Lilibet by her loved ones.
Additionally, Lilibet’s middle name honors her late grandmother, Princess Diana, further intertwining the legacies of these remarkable women.
However, according to Robert Hardman’s recent publication, “New King, New Court,” the late queen was less than thrilled with Harry and Meghan’s decision to use her childhood nickname for their daughter.
Hardman reveals that the queen expressed her frustration, feeling that the couple had taken something personal from her.
“I don’t own the palaces.
The artworks are not mine; the only thing I possess is my name, and they’ve already taken that,” she reportedly said to her aides.
The tension surrounding the naming decision reflects a broader rift between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family.
