Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's decision to name their daughter Lilibet has sparked controversy within the royal family.
It was revealed that Queen Elizabeth and Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland, were taken aback by the choice of name for the newborn.
Initially, the Queen had given Prince Harry permission to name his daughter after her, assuming she would be named Elizabeth.
However, the couple surprised everyone by opting for Lilibet instead, leaving the Queen puzzled.
According to a close friend and interior designer to the royals, Nicky Haslam, the Queen had a phone call with Prince Harry where she expected the baby to be named Elizabeth.
The revelation of the name Lilibet came as a shock to her.
Haslam suggested that Meghan and Harry should have considered naming their daughter after Doria, emphasizing the bond between Meghan and her mother.
The absence of Doria's name in Lilibet's moniker raised eyebrows among royal watchers.
It was seen as a missed opportunity to honor the strong women in Meghan's life.
While some speculated that Lily was a tribute to Doria, royal expert Mr. Myers expressed surprise at the omission of her name.
He highlighted the tradition of incorporating names from both sides of the family, which was not followed in this case.
Mr. Haslam further claimed that the Queen was under the impression that the baby would be named Elizabeth, not Lilibet.
He recounted a conversation where Prince Harry informed the Queen of their naming choice, leading her to believe it would be Elizabeth.
The decision to name the baby Lilibet without mentioning Doria left many questioning the couple's intentions.
The mystery surrounding the naming process deepened when it was reported that the Queen had not been consulted about using her childhood nickname for the baby.
This revelation led to a legal dispute between Prince Harry, Meghan, and the BBC, with the couple denying the claims made by the Royal Correspondent.
They clarified that they had sought the Queen's approval before finalizing the name Lilibet.
Despite the clarification provided by Prince Harry and Meghan's spokesperson, speculations continue to swirl around the naming controversy.
The lack of acknowledgment towards Doria in the naming process has fueled rumors and criticism from both sides.
Doria's unmentioned role in the naming of Lilibet has caused tensions within the royal family, evident from Doria's abrupt departure from the couple's residence.
As the saga unfolds, the decision to name their daughter Lilibet remains a point of contention between Meghan and Harry and the royal family.
The clash of expectations and traditions has brought to light the complexities of royal protocol and personal choices.
The repercussions of this naming controversy are yet to fully unravel, leaving both sides grappling with the aftermath of the revelations.
