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My husband and I had our first baby before we were legally married. At the baby's birth my husband thought that my maiden nam...

My husband and I had our first baby before we were legally married. At the baby's birth my husband thought that my maiden nam...

Q: What if my birth certificate doesn't match my name?

If your birth certificate doesn't match your current name, you can request a correction. This usually involves filing a petition with the appropriate state office and providing documentation that supports your name change, such as a marriage certificate or court order.

Q: What if a married woman has a baby with another man?

If a married woman has a baby with another man, the husband is typically presumed to be the legal father unless paternity is challenged. If the biological father wishes to be recognized, he may need to establish paternity through legal means.

Q: Does your name have to match your birth certificate?

Your name does not have to match your birth certificate if you have legally changed it. However, it is important to update your identification documents, such as your driver's license and Social Security card, to reflect your current name.

Q: What if my name is different on my birth certificate in the US?

If your name is different on your birth certificate, you can apply for a name correction through your state's vital records office. This usually requires documentation, such as a marriage license or court order, to support the change.

Q: Is my maiden name supposed to be on my child's birth certificate?

Your maiden name does not have to be on your child's birth certificate unless you choose to include it. Parents can decide which last name to use for their child at the time of registration.

Full question:

My husband and I had our first baby before we were legally married. At the baby's birth my husband thought that my maiden name had to go on the birth certificate. Basically my husband and I want to change our son's last name from my maiden name to our married name. How do we go about changing the baby’s name?

Category: Name Change
Date: 04/07/2025
State: California

Answer:

See http://lawdigest.uslegalforms.com/name-change/index.php?dID=625

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FAQs

Can you give your child your maiden's last name?

Yes, you can give your child your maiden name as their last name. When registering the child's birth, parents can choose either parent's last name. If you wish to change it later, you may need to follow a legal process to file a name change petition in court.