Meghan Markle says she has changed her famous last name

A new name

Meghan Markle’s Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, has drawn attention not only for its lifestyle content but also for reigniting debate around royal names and personal branding. During the show, the Duchess revealed that “Sussex” is now her surname, a choice that has prompted questions about royal tradition and protocol.

The moment came when Meghan corrected Mindy Kaling, who referred to her by her maiden name. “It’s so funny you keep saying Markle,” Meghan said.

“You know it’s Sussex now. You have kids and you go, I share my name with my children. I didn’t know how meaningful it would be to me, but it just means so much to go, this is our family name. Our little family now.”

Meghan echoed this sentiment in a recent interview with People. She and Harry were given the titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex by Queen Elizabeth II upon their marriage, and according to the Royal Family’s official website, their children are titled Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet of Sussex.