Understanding the Royal Family Surnames: Windsor vs. Mountbatten-Windsor
Explore the difference between Windsor and Mountbatten-Windsor, the official surnames of the British royal family.
Video transcript
Windsor is the official surname of the British royal family. However, Mountbatten-Windsor is used by some descendants of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip as a way to acknowledge both family lines.
Questions and answers
What is the official surname of the British royal family?
The official surname of the British royal family is Windsor.
Who uses the surname Mountbatten-Windsor?
Descendants of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip may use the surname Mountbatten-Windsor.
Why are there two surnames in the royal family?
Mountbatten-Windsor acknowledges both the Windsor and Mountbatten family lines.
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