Princess Lilibet, the daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, is four years old. Here is a summary of facts regarding her birth, title, and family life as shared by her parents.
Key facts
- •Lilibet was baptized by the Archbishop of Los Angeles, the Reverend John Taylor, with Tyler Perry serving as her godfather.
- •Her full name, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II and Diana, Princess of Wales.
- •Meghan Markle shared photos of Lilibet in June 2026 to celebrate her fifth birthday.
- •Lilibet is the 11th great-grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II.
- •Meghan Markle has described Lilibet as having a strong personality and being an active child.
Princess Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor is the daughter of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Born on June 4, 2021, at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in California, she is the couple's youngest child and only daughter. Her name honors her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and her grandmother, Diana, Princess of Wales.
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Title and Royal Status
Lilibet holds the title of princess as a grandchild of the U.K. monarch. The title became eligible following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession of King Charles III. Her parents officially referred to her as Princess Lilibet for the first time in March 2023, noting that the title is a birthright settled in alignment with Buckingham Palace.
Family Life and Personality
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have shared occasional insights into Lilibet’s personality and development. Prince Harry has noted that she shares physical similarities with his mother, Princess Diana, including her blue eyes. Meghan has described her as having a strong personality and has shared glimpses of their home life, including time spent in the garden and the family apiary. In terms of development, Prince Harry previously shared that Lilibet was a "chilled" baby. As a toddler, she has been observed practicing swimming, with photos shared in July 2026 showing her performing a backflip in a pool with assistance from her father.
Timeline
- June 4, 2021Lilibet is born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital.
- April 2022Prince Harry reports that Lilibet has taken her first steps.
- March 2023The couple officially refers to her as Princess Lilibet for the first time.
- June 4, 2026Meghan Markle shares photos to celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Elle.
