In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: "Prince Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. What is the Mountbatten-Windsor Family and why is Andrew a member? The Mountbattens are a very powerful British family known for their strong connection to the Royal Family. Recommended Reading:Who is part of the Mountbatten-Windsor Family? Because this name was made in the 1960s after Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip got married, it is used by current members of the Royal Family, including King Charles III.

Source: The Times October 31, 2025 21:01 UTC