Prince Harry asked his uncle Charles Spencer about the idea of changing his family's last name, which would mean dropping the royal family's Mountbatten-Windsor surname, PEOPLE understands

Prince Harry had reportedly asked his uncle and Princess Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, about changing his family name — signaling that the royal rift is far from over. The Duke of Sussex sought out his uncle’s counsel about taking his late mother’s last name during a recent trip to the UK,

Prince Harry Nearly Adopted Princess Diana’s Maiden Name, Severing Royal Ties originally appeared on Parade. A new report claims Prince Harry nearly adopted Princess Diana 's maiden name after reportedly discussing the matter with her brother, Charles Spencer. In doing so, Harry would have severed his ties to the House of Windsor for good.