Should I change my name?
925634
It really is a personal decision - there's obviously no law that requires anyone to do one thing or another. I never changed mine, I like my name, and simply don't see why take a new name that doesn't have the same significance for me. My mom has never changed hers, and it's never been a problem. It depends what is important to you, and what significance you attach to your or your husband's name. From the purely practical standpoint - it makes absolutely no difference.
43592
You can change your name simply by beginning to use it, as long as you are not doing so fraudulently. To actually be able to conduct official business with your name, however, you will need a legal name change order, issued by a court. To do that, contact your local (usually called Circuit) court.\n\nYou can also change your name if you are changing your last name because you got married or divorced. To do this, bring an application for Social Security Card to the nearest Social Security office along with a certified copy of your marriage license or divorce decree. With your new SS card, you'll be able to change your name on anything else.
160036
I've never done a name change petition myself, but I have observed hearings on them.  Unless somone opposes your request, I wouldn't expect the judge to spend too much time on the matter.  The judge might ask you why you are changing your name and may ask you questions to make sure you followed the proper procedures.  If you filled out the forms correctly and gave all the legaly required notices, you should be just fine.
238346
Go to my Q&A and cick on edit my info you can change it there.
502225
Well, if you do not mind being calle, "Hey You!" for the first 10 or so years of your life, why not. OF course, you can change your first name legally, so in effect, you CAN choose your first name, can't you? Good luck
631332
Go to Google an use search term 'free legal name change' ... you will get plenty of hits.
928293
I think past is past. Don't care too much. \n\nHe has lived with his current name all the time. Just live with that, don't ever change it even though it's not his true name. You will get more trouble if you do that.\n\nLike others said, it's just a name, nothing important behind.
1146856
no, but if your in doubt just change the names before you tell the story. its still funny that way, all that matters is you know who your talking about... and the smart ones will catch on.
135070
You need to petition the court and I think pay the filing cost, which is around $50.00, and they can go in and ammend your birth certificate.  Then voila! new name
947611
You are limited to one legal name that you can use for official purposes. But, you can change your name at any time so long as you can prove that you are not doing this to avoid debts, prosecution, or for some other illegal purpose. The cost to do this is fairly inexpensive, about $100 to do all the leg work yourself, and up to $1,200 if you have a lawyer do it.\n\nIt is also perfectly legal to change your first or last name unofficially and go by another name or alias, again so long as you are not doing this for illegal purposes. But, you can not possess two drivers licenses or social security cards with two different names on them.
1039860
go to my account section then edit and change your real name to you fav alias.
832395
Who told you, you couldn't change it?  Get in contact with them.  It is a big deal.  They can amend it.  You have proof of identity, you just need to get in touch with the correct people.
1016576
Be careful of whatever you do. If you actually would like to be called "Cookie" then put it down as your knickname. Just remember that if you do, then tire of it, it will still haunt you. Perhaps you might consider using your middle name as a knickname. Don't do something you might soon regret.
1067037
An old friend of mine was named Mary Poppen, I don't know her marital status now, so she may still have the name. Every time we went somewhere and met someone I would have to vouch for her that her name really was  Mary Poppen. I do say she is an interesting person. It is sad because she got teased alot and she was really very attractive smart and very funny. I think people were just jealous that she had a good sense of her identity and found something to tease her about. As for me, I have seriously considered changing my name, and I am in the process of doing so, but just my last name.I believe you should feel comfortable with your name . Although I must tell you that when you are looking at names, you will always find that there is some jerky person out there that will try and trash you no matter how good your name sounds. So I say if your personal reason for changing your name make you a more productive, giving and loving person, I would do it, and I am.
348349
Contact your courthouse of general jurisdiction.  They have the right to hear your case and order a change in your name if appropriate base on information that you provide to the court.
1138978
If you are still a minor, you will need permission from your parent or guardian, unless you can show just cause why you should change it. Like your parents gave you some idiotic name like some of the Hollywood types are currently bestowing on their children. \nCheck at your local court house to find out the exact procedure. Once you are of legal age, you can call yourself anything you choose, as long as it is not obscene or defamatory. \nGood luck to you!
201058
what happens if i change my surname to my first name? would that vanquish the beast?