Princess Lilibet of Sussex facts for kids

Princess Lilibet of Sussex was born on June 4, 2021. Her full name is Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor. She is a member of the British royal family. Her parents are Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Lilibet is a granddaughter of King Charles III. She is also seventh in line to the British throne. She was born when her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, was still queen. Queen Elizabeth II's childhood nickname was Lilibet.

Her Early Life and Family

Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor was born in Santa Barbara, California. This happened on June 4, 2021, at 11:40 AM. Her birth and name were announced two days later. She was named after her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen's family called her "Lilibet." She was also named after her grandmother, Diana, Princess of Wales. Lilibet's nickname is "Lili."

Lilibet is the second child of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. She has an older brother named Archie. Lilibet is part of the British royal family. She has a mixed-race background, with both African and European family roots. She is a citizen of both the United States and the United Kingdom.

In December 2021, the first picture of Lilibet was shared with everyone. It was on a Christmas card from her parents.

Lilibet met her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, for the first time in June 2022. She also met her grandfather, Charles III, who was then the Prince of Wales. This happened when her family visited London for Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee.

Lilibet was christened in a church service on March 3, 2023. This private event took place at her parents' home. Her godfather is the American actor Tyler Perry. Lilibet and her family mostly live in Montecito, California.

Her Royal Title

When King Charles III became king, Lilibet gained the right to be called "Princess." She also gained the "Royal Highness" style. This is because she is the child of the monarch's son. This rule comes from a special document from King George V in 1917.

At first, it was not clear if she would use this title. Not all royal family members who can use a title choose to. However, on March 8, 2023, her parents' spokesperson confirmed her baptism. This announcement was the first time her parents publicly used her title. They called her "Princess Lilibet Diana." The official royal family website was updated the next day. It now calls her "Princess Lilibet of Sussex." Lilibet will use her titles for formal events. She will not use them in everyday talks.

See Also

• Family tree of the British royal family
• List of living British princes and princesses