“Harry and Meghan still have their HRH titles, but by agreement, they can’t use them commercially,” the source explained. “Though they don’t publicly use ‘HRH,’ this was a personal gift, so their titles remain.”

However, a former courtier told the Daily Beast that Markle’s explanation was “rubbish,” emphasizing that the terms of their royal exit clearly stated they agreed never to use the HRH titles in any way.

The official public statement about the couple stepping back from royal duties seems to support what the courtier said.

It says, “With The Queen’s blessing, the Sussexes will continue to maintain their private patronages and associations.”

Although they won’t formally represent The Queen anymore, the Sussexes have emphasized that they will keep honoring Her Majesty’s values in all their actions.

The statement also makes it clear, “The Sussexes will not use their HRH titles as they are no longer working members of the Royal Family.”

Kensington Palace and representatives for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have yet to respond to Page Six’s requests for comment.

Harry and Meghan stepped back from their senior royal duties in 2020 and moved to Southern California.

Since then, they’ve welcomed their children, Prince Archie, 5, and Princess Lilibet, 3, and settled on a large estate in Montecito.

Markle, 43, launched her Netflix series With Love, Meghan in March and officially introduced her lifestyle brand, As Ever, on April 2. Popular items like raspberry spread, lemon ginger tea, edible flower sprinkles, and shortbread cookie mix have already sold out.

Despite some criticism, Markle’s Netflix show has been renewed for a second season.