Did Meri Brown change her name? 'Sister Wives' star's Christmas ornament drops major hint amid split from Kody Brown
FLAGSTAFF, ARIZONA: 'Sister Wives' Season 18 star Meri Brown, who parted ways from Kody Brown in January 2023, appeared to embrace a new beginning during the Holiday Season, sharing Christmas tree decorations on her Instagram Stories.
A distinctive ornament caught attention, featuring the message, "Please bring me pink & white sparkly countertops with rounded edges. Oh, and a new BFF" and signed by "Meri Caroline Davenport."
While sparking speculation that Meri dropped 'Brown' from her name, it's revealed she may have added her grandmother's name, Sarah Ann Davenport Adams.
A Reddit user started a thread noting, "Meri has officially changed her last name from Brown?"
Multiple fans weighed in and reflected on Meri's new name. A social media user wrote, "Meri Davenport is SUCH a good name!!! "Meri Brown" is plain and meh."
Another person added, "It feels like it went from 💩 to 💎💁♀️."
Another critic said, "The timing couldn’t be better. Just like when Robyn tried to steal Christmas like the Grinch from all the Browns with her little name change when she was coming down with main character syndrome."
Another internet user penned, "I found it!!! She took Davenport from her ancestors! Look on Lizzie’s Heritage website 😏."
Another comment reads, "That’s what the polygamist women do, they take a name from an ancestor when they become a plural wife, so all of them have different last names and can’t be traced to their husband. But I like it for her!"
Another Reddit user noted, "This woman is moving on and I love this for her. Now that she has what once blocked her blessings removed Gods favor can shine on her. Things are going to get better and better for her."
Meri Brown celebrates Christmas with her friend Blair Struble
Meri Brown celebrated her Christmas Holiday weekend with her close friend, Blair Struble. The reality star shared a series of photos from her fun weekend.
She posted selfies with Blair and also posed with baby goats. Alongside the photos, Meri reflected on her holiday celebrations with Blair and wrote, "What a fabulous weekend full of joy and magic!"
She added, "@blairmichael12 and his love of all things Christmas just makes the magic explode!"
Meri continued, "But the goats.... I can't get enough of these guys! I tell ya, you just can't help but smile when you're around them! They truly are joy embodied."
TLC star further noted, "And of course, the weekend wouldn't be complete without Amy and all the 'belly' laughs that come so naturally to us! So glad to have you as one of my favorite sidekicks on this life journey! A fabulous weekend indeed!"
Meri Brown debuts a new look amid split with Kody Brown
Meri Brown debuted a stunning new look just months after she split from Kody Brown. The reality star unveiled the dramatic makeover with a selfie posted on her Instagram.
In the photo, Meri posed for the cameras as she leaned on a piece of furniture in her living room. She rested a hand on her chin and propped up her head.
She donned a grey top with a checkered grey and white cardigan over top of it and flaunted a full face of glam makeup. The reality star complimented her look with a simple gold chain necklace.
Meri ditched her brunette hairstyle and dyed her hair in an auburn color. She captioned the post, "A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life.' -- Coco Chanel #WorthyUp."
Why did 'Sister Wives' stars Kody and Meri Brown split?
'Sister Wives' stars Kody and Meri Brown called it quits in early January. Meri formally announced their split on her social media and noted that 'after a decade of working on our relationship in our own unique ways' the two decided to permanently call it quits.
However, Meri teased her split last year and said Kody no longer considered himself married to her and that he 'made the decision' to end the relationship, even though she believed they were working on their relationship.
Meanwhile, the now ex-couple split was featured on 'Sister Wives' Season 18. Meri wanted to move back to Utah where she could manage her clothing business and finances.
Kody was not in support of Meri and they eventually parted ways.