Lady Louise Windsor may not bear the title of princess, but her significance within the royal family is undeniable.

Recently, she shared a touching moment with the late Queen Elizabeth II at Balmoral, just days before the monarch’s passing.

As one of the prominent young members of the royal household, her status raises questions: could Lady Louise ever embrace the title of princess?

In the past year, several members of King Charles’s family have received new titles, yet Lady Louise remains untouched by such honors.

Born in 2003, she is the eldest child and only daughter of Prince Edward, the Earl of Wessex, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex.

Interestingly, her parents chose not to bestow His Royal Highness titles upon their children, including her younger brother, James, Viscount Severn.

This decision stems from a pact made when Prince Edward married Sophie in 1999.

At that time, they agreed with Queen Elizabeth II that their children would hold courtesy titles befitting an earl’s offspring rather than the traditional prince and princess designations.

Thus, Lady Louise does not officially carry the title of princess.

Her position in the line of succession complicates the possibility of acquiring another title.

With her parents fiercely protective of their children’s privacy during their upbringing, it seems unlikely they would push for a change now.

However, Sophie has indicated that once they reach adulthood, the choice will be up to them.

This could open the door for Lady Louise to become Her Royal Highness Princess Louise if she desires.

While it’s theoretically possible for King Charles to grant her a title, it doesn’t appear to be the path Prince Edward and Sophie want to pursue.

For now, they seem content with their current arrangement.

Outside her academic pursuits at the University of St Andrews, Lady Louise has embraced carriage driving, a sport beloved by her grandfather, Prince Philip.

She made her public speaking debut in a documentary about Prince Philip’s life in 2021, where she reflected on their bond through the sport.

“The Duke of Edinburgh has been so involved in my driving,” she shared, adding, “it’s slightly scary as he invented the sport pretty much.”

Her experiences with him have undeniably brought them closer.

As Lady Louise celebrates her 20th birthday today, her journey continues to unfold.

While she may not hold a princess title, her contributions and connections within the royal family are significant.

The question remains: will Lady Louise take up the title of princess in the future?

The royal family is evolving, and so are the roles of its younger members.

What do you think about Lady Louise’s potential future as a princess?