We won't sugar coat it: the legal and administrative logistics of a name change — whether it's your own or your child's — can be overwhelming. To make your process easier, we've compiled a far-reaching collection of name change resources, organized by location.

In the United States, name changes are processed at the state (sometimes county) level, while Australia and Canada vary their requirements by territory or province. It's a bit more straightforward in New Zealand and the United Kingdom, which have single systems.

Click the button that corresponds with your location, and you'll be taken directly to relevant name change resources. There, you'll find everything you need to know about how to legally change a name in your area.

Name Change Resources by State

Name Change Resources by Country

Name Changes in the United Kingdom

Name Changes in Australia

Name Changes in New Zealand

Name Changes in Canada

Go back to the main Name Change Guide