If your state doesn’t allow you to create a new last name due to marriage, you will need to go through your county court system in order to legally change your last name. If your state’s marriage laws allow your desired last name, you must write your new last name on the marriage certificate.
Furthermore, is your name automatically changed after marriage?
Since your name does not change automatically when you get married, you have to make sure you follow all the necessary legal steps to changing your name after the wedding.
Similarly one may ask, can you have 2 last names?
A hyphenated last name is a combined last name of two spouses. A hyphenated last name my also be called a double surname or double-barrelled surname. For example, Sarah Smith marries Adam Jones. A hyphenated last name would be Smith-Jones or Jones-Smith.
Can I change my last name to my boyfriend without getting married?
Advice for couples who don’t want to get married
If as a couple you do not want to get married (or enter into a civil partnership), it is entirely within your rights for one or both of you to change your surname to match your partner’s, giving the appearance of a married couple.
How do I take my husband’s last name?
Take your spouse’s name. The most traditional name-game routine is for a newlywed wife to take her husband’s last name. To follow this path, you should first request a certified copy of your marriage certificate from your state’s Department of Health.
How much does it cost to change your name?
Name changes cost anywhere from under $100 to more than $500, depending on your state. In many states, fees vary in each county, so check with your local probate, family, or district court clerk. Many states still have fees well under $100.