The Name People Are Predicting Harry And Meghan Will Call Their Daughter To Honor The Queen And Prince Philip

Apr 20, 2021

Since Prince Philip's death on April 9, 2021, there have been a significant number of tributes and condolences pouring in. His incredible life continues to be remembered and celebrated by his family. While Prince Harry attended his grandfather's funeral and is currently in the UK, his wife, Meghan Markle, was not able to attend Prince Philip's funeral on April 17, 2021.

According to Insider, this is because Meghan did not receive medical clearance to fly. Because Meghan is heavily pregnant and expecting her and Harry's second child, doctors have advised her to not fly to the UK, as such traveling during the pandemic would be risky for her and her unborn child.

Meghan is expected to deliver her second child sometime this summer, but the exact due date is still unknown. However, Meghan wished of course that she could have attended Prince Philip's funeral in order to support her beloved husband Harry.

Since she could not be at the funeral and it is not clear if or when she will travel to the UK, Meghan found a way to honor the late Philip in her own way. Even though she could not be there in person, a spokesperson for the duchess confirmed to HuffPost that she did watch the live airing of the funeral from her home. 

Now, royal fans are convinced that Meghan and Harry will continue to honor the queen and Philip in another way — by giving their daughter a significant name that will be a nod to Elizabeth and Philip's long-lasting relationship. 

As Meghan could not be at Philip's funeral on Saturday, April 17, she found her own way to pay tribute to her husband's grandfather. According to Insider, Meghan and Harry commissioned a wreath that was specially designed to include significant virtues, moments and times that were most important for Philip. Meghan also added a handwritten note to the wreath, which was pictured in St. George’s Chapel during the funeral service. 

The wreath was designed by Willow Crossley, who also designed the couple's flower arrangements for their royal wedding reception in May 2018 as well as flowers for their son Archie’s christening. The wreath came along with a handwritten note by Meghan, though it is currently unclear what the contents of the note are. However, Evening Standard reported that Meghan has been known for her skill at calligraphy and previously used to write wedding invitations, and she surely added her own touch to the handwritten note for Philip's funeral. 

Meghan and Harry chose the flowers specifically to include many significant things that represented Philip's life. The couple specifically requested that the flowers include acanthus mollis, also known as bear’s breeches, which are the national flower of Greece, to represent the Duke of Edinburgh’s heritage.

Added to the arrangement were eryngium, commonly referred to as sea holly, to pay tribute to Philip's long and celebrated history with the Royal Marines.

Insider also reported that the wreath also featured campanula to show gratitude and everlasting love, rosemary to signify remembrance and lavender for devotion, all of which are a beautiful way to remember the late Duke of Edinburgh. Lastly, roses were chosen in honor of June, which is Philip’s birth month.

Though Meghan could not attend the funeral in person, it is understood that she had made every effort to join her husband until her doctors did not give her clearance to fly. 

Royal watchers are now predicting that Harry and Meghan may go one step further to pay honor to Philip, and especially Elizabeth, by choosing a meaningful name for their daughter, who is due sometime in the summer. 

Express UK reported that fans predict the name to be "Lily," which is a tribute to Elizabeth's nickname "Lilibet." 

The queen's close family called her "Lilibet" after the very young princess was unable to pronounce her own name. The Queen’s parents and grandparents adopted the adorable nickname, and it has remained her nickname ever since. Her late father, George VI, was once quoted as saying: "Lilibet is my pride. Margaret is my joy."

However, no other royal family members apart from Philip and the queen’s parents have reportedly called her "Lilibet," which means that her sweet nickname may now no longer be used after Philip's death. While it is only a prediction and not an assumption that the queen's 12th great-grandchild may be called "Lily," it would certainly be a beautiful way to honor Elizabeth. 

The Sun UK reported that the royal fans also think the couple may choose to honor Harry's late mother, Princess Diana, while other royal fans believe the name "Alexandria" may be the one. However, royal fans will have to wait till the baby's birth to know what the name will be. 

What do you think of this name for Queen Elizabeth's future great-granddaughter? Tell us your thoughts, and be sure to let others know about the way Meghan and Harry may honor his grandparents in the future.