How can I legally change my last name in Texas without it being due to marriage or divorce? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 11, 2009 - 6 answers

Planning to change my last name, which isn't a common thing for men to do. Not sure what reactions to expect from colleagues and peers. How can I best deal with potential social stigma and explanations of reasoning involved? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 31, 2009 - 15 answers

I want to change my son's middle name. Babydaddy ain't having it. [more inside]
posted by mezzanayne on Jul 13, 2009 - 44 answers

I hate my married name. [more inside]
posted by Juicylicious on Apr 27, 2009 - 85 answers

What, if any, legal ramifications would there be if I change my last name to that of my Spousal Equivalent, without getting married? [more inside]
posted by Corky on Feb 2, 2009 - 19 answers

I'm about to toss my current last name and take a different one, for non-marriage-related reasons. For what/how long do I need to tell people my "maiden" name so that they realize that I existed before recently? [more inside]
posted by thisjax on Sep 4, 2008 - 14 answers

I want to start using a new last name, but it's likely going to be several months before I can officially change it. What problems could come up if I start using my new name now? [more inside]
posted by hazelshade on Mar 4, 2008 - 8 answers

Complicated name-change issues. I am changing my last name, but not due to a legal marriage. Can I get my name changed now, but start using it for everything later? [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake on Jan 30, 2008 - 11 answers

Like a lot of Latinos, I have a huge name. I am afraid that, in the long run, it may get me in trouble in the US. Help me prevent it. [more inside]
posted by falameufilho on Jan 2, 2008 - 13 answers

Domain Name Purgatory: I cannot change the nameservers on a domain I purchased despite the fact that I'm paying TWO companies for it... [more inside]
posted by BigBrownBear on Nov 23, 2006 - 14 answers

We are vacationing in mexico on the 24th, but my wifes US passport still shows her maiden name. Do we have to hustle and get it changed, or will her changed drivers license be enough to get her in and out with her current passport?
posted by fumbducker on Apr 14, 2006 - 12 answers

My wife wants the oddest gift for xmas this year, to legally change her name. [more inside]
posted by Hands of Manos on Dec 13, 2005 - 11 answers