MountbattenWindsor Archie

Overview

Archie is the elder child of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. He is a grandson of Charles, Prince of Wales, and a great-grandson of Queen Elizabeth II. Archie is not automatically styled as a Prince or HRH; he uses the name Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor and is commonly referred to as Master Archie in contexts where a royal title would apply.

Public appearances

Public appearances by Archie have been limited. The couple has kept his day-to-day life largely private, with occasional appearances in official portraits and family photos released to the public. He has not carried out independent public duties.

Notable news and coverage

• 2021: Meghan and Harry's interview with Oprah Winfrey brought widespread attention to Archie’s upbringing and questions around royal roles and security; the couple discussed stepping back from royal duties and pursuing independent ventures.
• 2019: Archie’s christening took place at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, on July 6, with limited public disclosure of godparents.
• 2020s: The couple launched Archewell Foundation, focusing on nonprofit and humanitarian work, with Archie sometimes referenced as part of the family narrative in public materials.
• 2022: The Netflix documentary Harry & Meghan included family footage featuring Archie, and coverage continued around the couple's public activities and media projects.

Titles and styling

Archie is commonly styled as Master Archie or Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. Under the 1917 Letters Patent, he is not automatically a Prince or HRH solely by birth; the sovereign would need to bestow a title. The couple have indicated a preference for a private upbringing and limited formal titles for their children.

Social media

Archie does not have official public social media accounts. The Sussexes maintain public profiles for themselves, and any posts about Archie come through family announcements or shared photographs. Unofficial fan accounts may exist, but there are no verified accounts for Archie.

Recent projects and related work

There are no public projects led by Archie as a minor. Public attention centers on his family’s Archewell Foundation, charitable initiatives, and the couple's independent media ventures. Archie is frequently referenced in reporting about the Sussex family and their activities.