Six Reasons Why People Change Their Names

There could be good or unusual reasons why people change their names. People choose to change their legal names for an array of reasons and, sometimes, for no reason at all.

 Changing name is perfectly legal unless it is for fraudulent or deceptive purposes. Here are some popular reasons why some people decide to change their names.

Dislike current name

A name change request can come about simply because a person doesn’t like his or her name as given at birth. Perhaps they’d prefer something more unique than what was given to them at birth.  

As a result of divorce

If a woman has taken her husband’s name upon marriage, she may decide to reclaim her maiden name upon separation or divorce or take on an entirely new name. Some states may provide an easy way to do revert to a maiden name, so be sure to check your state’s laws.

Desire for less ethnic name

People with names that are identifiably ethnic sometimes request name changes for various reasons, including ease of pronunciation and spelling.

Religious reason

Whether it’s because of a recent religious conversion or simply to honor a person’s religious deity, people change their names for religious expediency.

Same sex partner sharing same surname

Although same-sex partners may not be allowed to legally marry in all states, they can choose to share a surname, which can be particularly convenient in financial or legal transactions.

Political reason

Although some may consider it extreme to change your name to support a cause, name changes for political reasons are not unheard of.

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