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Both the bride and groom can change their name once they are married, so we address all the choices you have. In addition, we have a great list of all the places that need to notified if you do change your name.
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It is tradition that the woman change her surname to that of her husband.Today, the modern bride might choose to retain her surname, or to create a hyphenated surname which combines both her surname and her husband’s surname.I have seen couples BOTH change their last names to something completely different—whereas, some men have changed their last name to that of their wife.Any of these options can be done.
So, if you want to change your name, know that there are forms to fill out, and fees to be paid. Your birth certificate name will not change, but the SmartBride Checklist on Name Changes will give you the complete list of government agencies and companies to contact with your new name.