Mindy Kaling’s Surprising Response to Meghan Markle’s Name Controversy!

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Mindy Kaling has not given much thought to her recent viral moment.

Following a playful response from Meghan Markle to The Office alum who repeatedly used her previous surname in the second episode of her series With Love, Meghan, Mindy was taken aback by the amount of attention the viral incident attracted.

Mindy shared during the March 6th episode of The View: “You know, I really enjoyed myself, and I noticed that whenever I get involved in anything concerning Meghan, it turns out to be…

As soon as she got a chance to complete her thought, I interjected with a timely comment from lifestyle guru Whoopi Goldberg: “exciting update.

Indeed, the star of “The Mindy Project” confessed that she scarcely recalled the instance that viewers are reacting to; in fact, she can’t even recall what her facial expressions were at the time.

She explained that while she was preparing sandwiches, people on TikTok would suddenly appear to invade her face. They’d comment, “Check out the emotion you were feeling,” but since the video was filmed around nine months back, she honestly couldn’t recall it.

Mindy shared that she wants to concentrate on her current tasks, having enjoyed the time she’s previously spent with Meghan.

The creator of “Sex Lives of College Girls” expressed that he enjoyed his time with Meghan. Then, he shifted the conversation to discuss his latest project, “Running Point.” He added, “I’m equally excited about it, and I couldn’t help but let her talk about her show – it was amazing, and watching the audience’s reaction was truly captivating.

What sparked all the conversation surrounding Mindy’s appearance in Meghan’s Netflix series? It appears that while they were both preparing cucumber sandwiches, the former Duchess of Sussex mentioned her observation about Mindy still going by her maiden name.

Funny enough, you’ve been mentioning Meghan Markle quite a bit, but remember, I’m now part of the Sussex family, the Suits alum gently reminded.

As a dedicated follower, I can share that the significance of the name grew even more profound for her as she and Prince Harry became parents to Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, our beloved 5-year-old, and Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, our cherished 3-year-old.

She added during the program, “Since I have kids, when someone asks if we share a name, I respond affirmatively. I didn’t realize at first how significant this connection would be for me, but now it holds great importance to declare, ‘This is our unique family name.’

Even though their titles aren’t the same, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet adopted the Sussex surname upon King Charles III‘s coronation in 2023.

While Mindy showed no emotion on her face, she responded simply, “I understand now, and I find it delightful.

In addition to understanding why Meghan chose to retain the Sussex surname, continue reading to discover the symbolic meanings behind each member of the royal family’s name.

Queen Elizabeth II inherited her first name from her mother, Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, who was later known as the Queen Mother. The rest of her full birth name – Elizabeth Alexandra Mary – were derived from her maternal and paternal grandmothers.

To add on, I should clarify that she was none other than Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, by the divine favor, Queen of this land and her other domains and territories, Chief of the Commonwealth, Guardian of the Faith. As a devoted admirer, these titles resonate with a sense of grandeur and reverence, reflecting her regal stature and historical significance.

In keeping with royal tradition, every new addition to the royal family needs the reigning monarch’s approval for their name. For instance, Princess Margaret, Elizabeth’s younger sister, was initially named Ann, but her father, King George V, didn’t find that name suitable.

Born as Charles Philip Arthur George, the present ruler served as the longest-standing heir apparent in British history before ascending the throne at the age of 73 following his reign as king.

His first name belongs to a venerable lineage among the royal family, tracing its roots to the 17th century, and Philip was named in honor of his father, who held the title of Duke of Edinburgh.

Previously known as the Duke of Cornwall and Duke of Rothesay, Charles assumed the role of Prince of Wales, a traditionally bestowed title on the eldest son of the ruling monarch, at the age of 21 in 1958.

The name of the future monarch, who was born on June 21, 1982, is William Arthur Philip Louis. This name carries traditional elements: ‘Philip’ honors his grandfather, a name also shared by Prince Charles; and ‘Louis’, a name he bestowed upon his two sons as well.

According to the 1992 book titled Diana: Her Story, it emerged that Princess Diana had the final say in choosing the names of her two sons, overruling the preferences suggested by her spouse, Prince Charles.

When inquired about who selected Harry’s name, Diana responded, “It was me… who picked both William and Harry, while Charles handled the rest.” Additionally, she disclosed Charles’ initial choices: “He preferred Albert and Arthur, but I objected, stating they were too traditional.

Following their marriage in 2011, William, along with Catherine “Kate” Middleton, assumed the titles Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Upon Queen Elizabeth II’s demise in 2022 and his father Charles assuming the throne, they were titled as Prince and Princess of Wales.

By the way, they not only changed Charles but also made Camilla the new Duke and Duchess of Cornwall, Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, and Countess and Earl of Chester.

Since their wedding, they have additionally held the Scottish titles of Earl and Countess of Strathearn. In Northern Ireland, they are recognized as Baron and Baroness Carrickfergus.

And that’s not all.

Born on July 22, 2013, George Alexander Louis was initially known as “Prince George of Cambridge.” However, with a change in title, he is now referred to as “Prince George of Wales,” reflecting the adjustment in his official designation.

Louis appears to be named after Louis Mountbatten, the cherished uncle of Prince Philip and a guiding figure for future King Charles, who met his end in an explosion caused by the Irish Republican Army (IRA) in 1979.

The full name of William and Kate’s daughter, Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, holds meaningful tributes to several family members.

Charlotte, born on May 2nd, 2015, is thought to be named after her grandfather Charles, mirroring the middle name of Kate’s sister Pippa Middleton and her grandmother. The name Elizabeth honors her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth, while Diana is another nod, symbolizing respect for William’s deceased mother.

After her parents were crowned Prince and Princess of Wales, she transitioned from being known as Princess Charlotte of Cambridge to simply being Princess Charlotte of Wales.

Overjoyed by the arrival of our little bundle of joy on April 23, 2018, I, an ecstatic fan, can’t help but share the exciting news that William and Kate, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, have bestowed upon their third child the regal name: Louis Arthur Charles. In due time, he will be recognized as His Royal Highness Prince Louis of Cambridge.

Once again, he too is now Prince Louis of Wales.

Prince Henry of Wales, known as Harry, was born on September 15, 1984. Although his official title is Prince Henry, his parents opted to call him Harry, a name that has remained with him ever since.

Back in 2018, I had the privilege of tying the knot with the charming Californian and former Suits star, Meghan Markle. With this union, we were graced with the titles Duke and Duchess of Sussex, a remarkable chapter in our shared journey.

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry simply preferred the name Archie, which is why they chose it as the name for their newborn son, who arrived on May 6, 2019.

As an ardent royal enthusiast, I can’t help but express my intrigue over this unconventional decision that left experts baffled. Just as Marlene Koenig, a seasoned historian, shared with TopMob News, “This choice is quite extraordinary, yet it doesn’t surprise me because they’ve always shown a penchant for thinking outside the box. There isn’t an Archie or Archibald in their family lineage. Multiple times, I’ve noticed that non-royals have more flexibility and liberty in naming their children.” It’s interesting to note that Princess Diana hails from the line of Archibald Campbell, the 9th Earl of Argyll, a prominent figure from Scotland.

Harrison, however, literally means “son of Harry.”

As an ardent admirer, I’d like to share some intriguing insights about our beloved royal figure. When Prince Philip, my cherished hero, became a British citizen, he adopted the surname Mountbatten-Windsor. Interestingly, Windsor is also the last name of the Queen’s male-line descendants who aren’t styled as royals. Isn’t it fascinating how their names are so deeply intertwined?

When his great-grandmother, the queen, passed away and grandfather Charles ascended the throne, since he was the child of the current monarch’s son, he became known as Prince Archie of Sussex.

Lilibet “Lili” Diana Mountbatten-Windsor was born to Meghan and Harry on June 4, 2021.

According to the family’s statement, Lili’s first name is derived from her great-grandmother who is known as Her Majesty The Queen, and who is affectionately called Lilibet. Additionally, her middle name, Diana, was picked in tribute to her cherished late grandmother, Princess Diana.

Similar to her older brother, she assumed the title of Princess Lilibet of Sussex upon her grandfather Charles’ ascension to the throne and becoming the king.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: I, like many others, followed the royal family’s journey closely. Prince Andrew, the third offspring of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, assumed the title Duke of York upon his marriage to Sarah Ferguson, who remains my Duchess of York even post-divorce. Together, they brought a new life into our world in 1988 – their daughter, Beatrice Elizabeth Mary.

Beatrice, a name meaning “one who brings joy,” was given to Queen Victoria’s fifth daughter. This name wasn’t among the favorites when bookmakers were speculating about the name for the queen’s fifth grandchild. Elizabeth, in this case, is a tribute to the queen, as her grandmother was known as Mary of Teck.

Growing up as the daughter of the current king, I was granted the honorary title HRH (His/Her Royal Highness) and earned the prestigious role of a princess.

In 2020, the queen did not bestow a title upon her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi when they married, which means that their daughters Sienna and Athena carry the surname Mapelli Mozzi.

In a different yet straightforward manner, we could say: Andrew and Sarah went back to the Victorian period and decided to call their second child, Eugenie Victoria Helena.

Princess Victoria Eugenie is the last-born daughter of Princess Beatrice, being her ninth child.

When Eugenie tied the knot with Jack Brooksbank in 2018, the queen chose not to bestow him with an official title, thus he continues to be known as Mr., and their sons August and Earnest carry the Brooksbank surname.

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2025-03-07 18:27