Just 24 hours after the world was introduced to Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, Prince Harry returned to his royal duties. The Duke of Sussex made an official visit to the Netherlands for the one-year countdown to the Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded veterans that he founded.
The new parents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, presented their son to the world in a brief photo opportunity at Windsor Castle. Beaming with joy, Meghan shared, “I have the two best guys in the world. So I’m really happy.”
Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor: A Name of Surprise and Significance
The choice of Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor came as a complete surprise to royal enthusiasts and the media. Archie, meaning “bold and brave,” reflects the couple’s hope for their son’s character. Harrison, simply meaning “son of Harry,” adds a personal touch. Mountbatten-Windsor, a surname combining Prince Philip’s family name and the Queen’s lineage, signifies their royal heritage.
This deliberate choice of name, without a royal title, clearly indicates Meghan and Harry’s desire to raise their son in a more modern way, breaking from traditional royal norms.
A Modern Royal Family: Balancing Tradition and Individuality
Unlike previous royal births, where the fathers took a backseat, Prince Harry confidently cradled his son for the cameras. This subtle shift in dynamic speaks volumes about their approach to parenthood.
Sources close to the couple report that Meghan gave birth in a London hospital, a departure from the traditional royal birth at the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s Hospital. The first photos of Archie with his great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, and maternal grandmother, Doria Ragland, offer a glimpse into the close-knit family dynamic.
As Prince Harry resumes his royal engagements and prepares for his upcoming trip to Rome for a charity polo match, the world eagerly awaits further glimpses into the life of the newest royal family member.
