Name Change

This section gives you information on legally changing your name or a minor's name by getting a court order. With a court order you can change your legal name on government-issued identification documents such as your driver's license, passport, and social security card. You will generally need a certified copy of the decree changing your name.

If you want to change your name or that of a minor, click on the relevant section below to get the steps you must follow.




Related information:

• How to apply to change a child's birth certificate after a court order
• How to return to your former name after your California divorce is final
• How to ask for a fee waiver
• How to change gender (with or without name change)