Meghan Markle Explains Why “Sussex” Is More Than Just a Title
My name is Maya Rivers, and while I may not be Shakespeare, I do believe every story deserves a touch of lyrical flair—even if it’s about royal naming conventions. Ah, the tangled web of titles, dukedoms, and identity—how poetic, how peculiar, how very British.
Meghan Markle, once known to the world as Rachel Zane from *Suits*, recently offered a glimpse into the curious case of her name. In a sit-down with Bloomberg’s Emily Chang, shared on August 26, she revealed that her legal name is now “Meghan Duchess of Sussex.” But for many Americans, that still sounds more like a regal address than a personal identity.
“When I got married I changed my name,” Meghan explained, acknowledging the confusion. “But it’s a complicated one for people to understand because a last name is not typical in that construct.” She went on to clarify that while “Sussex” might be used “loosely” as a surname, it is, in fact, a dukedom—a title steeped in centuries of British tradition.
For fans who may have noticed her using “Meghan Sussex” in her Netflix series *With Love, Meghan*, she offered a warm, familial explanation: “Sussex for us works as our family name, and it’s the name that we share with our children.” That includes Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4.
She even laughed at the complexity of it all, admitting, “I get it because I’m American. I went there and I started to understand, then you come back and as an American, you go, ‘I’m so confused.’” It’s a sentiment many of us can share, as royal titles often feel more like a game of thrones than a family tree.
But beyond the semantics, Meghan also reflected on the deeper meaning of identity. “What I learned about myself is no matter what my name is or what people call me, I’m still the same person,” she said. “That didn’t change who I am. And maybe that’s probably the biggest distinguishing factor.”
Of course, it wasn’t all philosophical musings. She also shared a lighter side of life post-royalty, admitting she misses the U.K. radio station Magic. When Tan France teased her for liking a “grandma station,” she laughed and said, “I’ll be that grandma. My favorite station in my car is called ‘Mom Jeans.’”
As for her evolving sense of self, Meghan opened up about aging and friendship. Reflecting on her Malibu girls’ trip with pal Heather Dorak, she noted how their bond has shifted from fitness-focused runs to cookie-and-wine indulgences. “It’s great to go through all that growing up when you’re in your 20s, and start to figure it out when you’re in your 30s, and it’s really awesome to be in your 40s,” she said. “You have to go through all of that to get to where you’re supposed to be.”
And in a heartwarming reunion, Meghan and *Deal or No Deal* co-star Chrissy Teigen reconnected after nearly two decades apart, reminiscing about their time on set. “I remember all having to stand…” she began, before the memory trailed off—perhaps lost in the haze of nostalgia and time.
So, while the world may still be unraveling the mystery of “Meghan Sussex,” one thing is clear: she’s embracing every layer of her identity, from duchess to daughter, mother to millennial grandma.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News
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