View Full Version : Legally changing my name
Theduck
08-03-2006, 01:38 AM
So I was about to go to work when the idea of changing my name came into my mind. I don't really know what triggered this, maybe the fact that I'm crazy, not sure tho. Anyways, I was wondering if any of you have any info, tips, or ideas about this topic. I've also brought this up to a few people... My mom isn't suprised, she knows how weird I am, and a few friends said yes, others said no. I've also looked up on the interweb about this, even found a site online that'll prepare the documents for me, I'm just not sure if I want to go trough with it.
Oh, and I'm big on Egyptian stuff so I was thinking the name Osiris. I brought this up to one of my friends and he then wanted to be Thor, which caused me to burst out laughing. Good times at work... Discuss!
What's your name now (just curious)?
Theduck
08-03-2006, 01:42 AM
What's your name now (just curious)?
Good question actually. Marcello
DJ K8E
08-03-2006, 01:44 AM
My best friend, has repeatedly said, he wants to change his name to Aidan Jaye Walker. Doesn't like any of his three names, and wants to change them all. I'd change mine, but, even though my name is kind of boring, I can't think of a good name anyway, so it's a wash.
The only thing I heard is that it's kind of a long process to get that information to everyone, governments, family, businesses, credit card companies, and various other things.
GrimNecroWizard
08-03-2006, 01:45 AM
Change it to Korgoth >_>
Dingleberry
08-03-2006, 01:48 AM
how much does the process cost anyways?
smellhasreturned
08-03-2006, 01:50 AM
Well you cant have a worse name then Warrior Warrior
thespillcanvas
08-03-2006, 01:51 AM
Beavis.
SneakyPenguin
08-03-2006, 01:51 AM
I'd be curious to get some information on this too, as I've been considering changing my last name back to what it was supposed to be (it was changed during the red scare due to being too russian sounding).
I wouldn't. If for nothing else than various applications have had questions regarding name change on them. Having to put "I changed my name on a whim, because I'm wacky" probably won't go over so well to people who'd be reading such a form.
Strell
08-03-2006, 01:54 AM
I wouldn't. If for nothing else than various applications have had questions regarding name change on them. Having to put "I changed my name on a whim, because I'm wacky" probably won't go over so well to people who'd be reading such a form.
Or emo.
WeaponX2099
08-03-2006, 01:55 AM
Can't go wrong Walker or Texas Ranger!!
Or emo.With Osiris? I guess he was kind of emo.
Chacrana
08-03-2006, 01:58 AM
Can't beat a name like Atreyu.
Can't beat a name like Atreyu.
Except when it's taken by a terrible band.
OntheDL
08-03-2006, 02:00 AM
The biggest hurdle would be to get your friends and family to call you by your new name.
You-Hey man, while you're up can you grab me a beer?
Friend-Sure thing, Marcello.
You- Actually, it's Osiris.
Friend- Fuck you 'Sirus, get you're own damn beer.
I mean, you can always just get them to call you Osiris and not actually legally change it.
My feeling is that name changes is like hyphenated last names, it's more work for other people that don't give a shit one way or another.
graf1k
08-03-2006, 02:02 AM
If I were going to legally change my name it'd be to 'The All-Father, Odin'.
If I were going to legally change my name it'd be to 'The All-Father, Odin'.You'd always be getting your ass kicked by dudes named Fenrir, though.
Why would you want to change your name, anyway? Marcello is a great name, shared with an equally as great Italian actor (http://imdb.com/name/nm0000052/).
gregthomas77
08-03-2006, 02:08 AM
Change it to "What The Fuck Did You Just Say to Me?"
That has tons of potential.
graf1k
08-03-2006, 02:09 AM
You'd always be getting your ass kicked by dudes named Fenrir, though.
Touché.
At least my son would fuck that $$$$er up though
chaarlieee
08-03-2006, 02:12 AM
Fuck.. I just lost the picture to the greatest name (change) of all time.. if I can't find it, I'll just post a link.
gregthomas77
08-03-2006, 02:15 AM
..................or Mel Gibson.
Theduck
08-03-2006, 02:20 AM
:lol: I love this place.
Jimmie made the best point of all tho, I could legally change it but everyone except for new people will still call me marcello. A point which one of my friends made, but I didn't listen. The paperwork would be a pain in the fucking ass too. Which brings the whole I'm really lazy part of my life to perspective.
alucard8319
08-03-2006, 02:22 AM
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/c/ca/Marcello_8_and_a_half.jpg/180px-Marcello_8_and_a_half.jpg
Shinkuu Ryao
08-03-2006, 02:25 AM
Max Power.
chaarlieee
08-03-2006, 02:26 AM
Dammit.. I don't have the picture on my computer anymore and I can't find it on the internet..
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optimus_Prime_(person) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optimus_Prime_%28person%29)
I suggest you change it to "Max Power". "Osirus" is for lameos. One by the name of Max Power has an excuse to be decisive, uncompromising, and rude. Because that's the way Max Power is. Trust me, you'll have the ladies runnin from miles to strap themselves in and feel the Gs!
Max Power.
You son of a bitch.
Stoneage
08-03-2006, 02:30 AM
http://www.bmfwallets.com/printed.jpg
That's my vote. "What's your name?" "Take a look-see at my money cunt."
That or Bison Dele.
P.S. Is the "C" word a no-no? If so, VERY sorry. No sarcasm.
Strell
08-03-2006, 02:32 AM
Change it to Cats, and walk around all day saying HOW ARE YOU GENTLEMEN !!
Somehow, you will have to verbally emote the exclamation marks, as well as the space between them and the word gentlemen.
Purple Flames
08-03-2006, 02:32 AM
Joe Kickass
Theduck
08-03-2006, 02:42 AM
Dammit.. I don't have the picture on my computer anymore and I can't find it on the internet..
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optimus_Prime_(person) (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Optimus_Prime_%28person%29)
Max power sounded real cool, but then I read that. He'll have the perfect name for when the new transformers movie comes out. (clerks II)
CouRageouS
08-03-2006, 02:55 AM
Max Power? Why not Lance Uppercut? Or Bender Bending Rodriguez?
Chacrana
08-03-2006, 03:04 AM
Except when it's taken by a terrible band.
Never heard their music to be honest. Just think that if he's going to be pulling names like Osiiris, Atreyu can't be that terrible of a choice.
Moses144
08-03-2006, 03:05 AM
The Nameless One.
Ikohn4ever
08-03-2006, 03:06 AM
The Hulk, a name with The in it sounds more powerful, or just a one word name like Madonna or Pele
camoor
08-03-2006, 03:06 AM
You should probably be aware of this:
One of the so-called "dying gods", he was the focus of a famous legend in which he was killed by the rival god Seth... Seth took advantage of Isis's temporary absence on one occasion, cut [Osirus's] body to pieces, and cast them into the Nile...Isis searched the land for the body parts of Osiris, and was eventually able to piece together his body, whole save for the penis, which had been swallowed by a crocodile (according to Plutarch) or a fish (according to Egyptian texts). In some Egyptian texts, the penis is buried at Memphis. Isis replaced the penis with a reasonable facsimile, and she was often portrayed in the form of a kite being impregnated by the ithyphallic corpse of Osiris.
http://www.greatdreams.com/osiris.htm
Your new theme song could be "Detachable Penis" by King Missle!
whoknows
08-03-2006, 03:10 AM
Max Power.
"Max Power
Its a name you'd love to touch, but you musnt touch
His name sounds good in your ear
But when you say it you musn't fear
For his name can be said by anyone"
Moxio
08-03-2006, 03:30 AM
Change it to Cloud, Sephiroth, Vaan, Zidane, or Tidus.
Purple Flames
08-03-2006, 03:40 AM
Change it to Cloud, Sephiroth, Vaan, Zidane, or Tidus.
If he did I'd personally find him and hit him in the balls with a golf club once a day everyday at random times.
Moxio
08-03-2006, 03:58 AM
If he did I'd personally find him and hit him in the balls with a golf club once a day everyday at random times.
:rofl:
Strell
08-03-2006, 04:02 AM
If he did I'd personally find him and hit him in the balls with a golf club once a day everyday at random times.
You'd better watch out. If he picked Zidane he might headbutt your ass to the ground.
RedvsBlue
08-03-2006, 04:04 AM
You'd better watch out. If he picked Zidane he might headbutt your ass to the ground.
Nah, cause OP would be a ZINO (Zidane in name only).
blueweltall
08-03-2006, 04:27 AM
I remember that you have to get a background check, finger prints, and you also have to go to court, to see if the judge will allow it.
Once thats done you also have to pay for a listing fee in a newspaper. Saying that your John Doe and is now known as Jane Doe or something like that.
It also cost about $250 total for all the paperworks. About a six months process.
HumanSnatcher
08-03-2006, 04:44 AM
I'd be curious to get some information on this too, as I've been considering changing my last name back to what it was supposed to be (it was changed during the red scare due to being too russian sounding).
That actually would be a good reason to do so
PenguinMaster
08-03-2006, 05:04 AM
I knew someone who changed their name, but I didn't find out about the whole process as I haven't seen him since shortly after his 18th birthday (and you have to be 18 to change your name).
A Happy Panda
08-03-2006, 06:22 AM
"Changed my name because I can"
Number83
08-03-2006, 09:38 AM
Rock Strongo
Number83
08-03-2006, 09:52 AM
Max Power.
Grandpa Oh, wait a minute. The family name is my legacy to you. I got it from my father, and he got it from his father, and he traded a mule for it! And that mule went on to save Spring Break!
TurkeyOnRye
08-03-2006, 10:59 AM
The Optimus Prime guardsman was the first thing I thought of too when I read this.
You should change it to Spartacus. That way, when someone asks your name you can say "I am Spartacus!" Eh? How 'bout it?
Maklershed
08-03-2006, 11:04 AM
Mike Hunt
cheapfrag
08-03-2006, 11:08 AM
How about changing it to: "The <occupation> formerly known as Marcello"
gregthomas77
08-03-2006, 11:08 AM
Mike Hunt
or York Hunt
mykevermin
08-03-2006, 12:59 PM
I consulted my five-year-old self on this matter. This is what he told me.
"Let's not and say we did."
lordxixor101
08-03-2006, 12:59 PM
Honestly, most name changes seem to fall into 1 of 2 catagories:
Legitimate: This usually has a family reason to change (ex want your father's last name or going back into your heritage), or you are in some form of witness protection.
Jackass: You are trying to be funny (like the guy who changed his name to They, so he can say, "they did it"
Honestly, it seems like your reason falls closer to catagory 2. If you don't like your name enough, give yourself a nickname. That's easy, but your name is really representing who you are. Not worth changing just because it isn't the name that you would have chosen.
camoor
08-03-2006, 01:58 PM
Honestly, most name changes seem to fall into 1 of 2 catagories:
Legitimate: This usually has a family reason to change (ex want your father's last name or going back into your heritage), or you are in some form of witness protection.
Jackass: You are trying to be funny (like the guy who changed his name to They, so he can say, "they did it"
Honestly, it seems like your reason falls closer to catagory 2. If you don't like your name enough, give yourself a nickname. That's easy, but your name is really representing who you are. Not worth changing just because it isn't the name that you would have chosen.
It costs $250
All the OP needs to figure out is whether it's worth $250
Mookyjooky
08-03-2006, 02:05 PM
Costs $35 here
PR Mega X
08-03-2006, 02:05 PM
"Max Power
Its a name you'd love to touch, but you musnt touch
His name sounds good in your ear
But when you say it you musn't fear
For his name can be said by anyone"
Max Power doesn't abbreviate. Each letter is as important as the one that preceded it. Maybe more important! No, as important.
It would be good if you could change your name, but there was a 1 in 10 chance it would be changed to something hideously insulting. Like, you'd have to spin a wheel with insults on it to randomize it.
blandstalker
08-03-2006, 02:13 PM
Many specifics of name changes depend on the state in which you live. In California, for example, you can change your name simply by using a new name. This is legal and is called changing your name "by use". And that's all you have to do -- no forms or court appearances.
The difference between this and going to court is that changing your name obligates, but does not require, others to recognize the name change. If you go to court and get the official document, no one can question your change of name, even if it's something like Optimus Prime.
Also, certain documents (like your passport) require a court document if you want it completely changed -- a passport will allow you to put an AKA on it, but your old name would be there too. Others, like driver's licenses or credit cards, depend on the issuer.
Nolo produces a guide for changing your name, and produces a specific guide for California. Well worth the cost if you're thinking about changing your name.
I remember that you have to get a background check, finger prints, and you also have to go to court, to see if the judge will allow it.
You do have to go to court. You don't need to get a background check or fingerprints, at least not in every state. You don't in California. At least you didn't.
The court appearance is a formality. Unless you're changing your name to something bizarre, the judge pretty much automatically approves it, though you do need to be there. The judge may ask you why you want to change your name, which should already be on the form. Attempted fraud or deception is usually the only reason name changes get rejected.
Once thats done you also have to pay for a listing fee in a newspaper. Saying that your John Doe and is now known as Jane Doe or something like that.
There's a standardized spiel that you have to put in the classified section of a newspaper for 4 weeks. If you have a community newspaper, this can be quick, painless, and cheap.
It also cost about $250 total for all the paperworks. About a six months process.
It does take about six months, less if you are ambitious, but certain things like the month of publication and the court date are out of your hands. Cost varies by state. You have to pay to file the forms, and you also need to pay for copies of the final decree with the government stamp on them -- after your name change, there are certain things that require offical copies (not photocopies) of the decree, such as a new/renewed passport and certain financial dealings. Other places will accept photocopies or will return the official documents, but you can't count on it. I've gone through about 5 of these.
Credit card companies, businesses, heck -- even the IRS are easy in comparison. It's a phone call or less. But there are a lot of things that need changing. For example: credit cards, driver's license, social security card, bank accounts, legal documents, college/high school transcripts, medical identification cards, vehicle registrations, insurance, etc.
It's not something to undertake for the heck of it, or if you're unsure you'll like it five years from now. But, all things considered, it's not terribly hard or time consuming, either.
cheapfrag
08-03-2006, 03:06 PM
I've gone through about 5 of these
Witness protection program? Are you Sammy "the Bull" Gravano?
Theduck
08-03-2006, 03:14 PM
I've decided to forget the whole thing and stick to my name. People are always like "That's a nice name" anyways. Max power would be even better tho, but what are ya gonna do about it. Also after looking at the price range, I decided to buy myself some new sunglasses instead of going trough the pain in the ass process of changing my name.
Oh, and blandstalker, thanks for the info.
camoor
08-03-2006, 04:42 PM
Witness protection program? Are you Sammy "the Bull" Gravano?
Remember, you were born in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Your parents were Herb and Judy Nahasapeemapetilon.
TurkeyOnRye
08-03-2006, 05:02 PM
I've decided to forget the whole thing and stick to my name. People are always like "That's a nice name" anyways. Max power would be even better tho, but what are ya gonna do about it. Also after looking at the price range, I decided to buy myself some new sunglasses instead of going trough the pain in the ass process of changing my name.
Oh, and blandstalker, thanks for the info.
Well... that's kind of a let down.
doraemonkerpal
08-03-2006, 05:20 PM
Max Power.
Marge: But this will be so confusing! The mailman won't know what
to do. Did you think of the mailman at all before you did
this?
Homer: Yes, briefly.
Marge: And what about the tattoo on my you-know-what?
Homer: Oh, Honey, they have acids that can burn that off.
Marge: But I fell in love with Homer Simpson! I don't want to
snuggle with "Max Power"!
Homer: Nobody snuggles with Max Power. You strap yourself in and
feel the "G"s!
Marge: Oh, Lord.
Homer: And it doesn't stop in the bedroom. Oh, no. I'm taking
charge! Kids, there's three ways to do things. The right
way, the wrong way, and the Max Power way!
Bart: Isn't that the wrong way?
Homer: Yeah, but faster!
[turning and walks face-first into a giant cactus]
Lisa: We should really put that in the corner.
:rofl:
yukine
08-03-2006, 05:35 PM
Why would you want to change your name, anyway? Marcello is a great name, shared with an equally as great Italian actor (http://imdb.com/name/nm0000052/).
I agree. "Marcello" is already unique and interesting, changing it would be foolish.
yukine
08-03-2006, 05:36 PM
Marge: But this will be so confusing! The mailman won't know what
to do. Did you think of the mailman at all before you did
this?
Homer: Yes, briefly.
Marge: And what about the tattoo on my you-know-what?
Homer: Oh, Honey, they have acids that can burn that off.
Marge: But I fell in love with Homer Simpson! I don't want to
snuggle with "Max Power"!
Homer: Nobody snuggles with Max Power. You strap yourself in and
feel the "G"s!
Marge: Oh, Lord.
Homer: And it doesn't stop in the bedroom. Oh, no. I'm taking
charge! Kids, there's three ways to do things. The right
way, the wrong way, and the Max Power way!
Bart: Isn't that the wrong way?
Homer: Yeah, but faster!
[turning and walks face-first into a giant cactus]
Lisa: We should really put that in the corner.
:rofl:
The Simpsons are so awesome.
Graystone
08-03-2006, 05:58 PM
I've always wanted to change my name to
Ferrari power pennyroll the 3rd
No I don't just made that up. OP you real name seems fine to me.
blandstalker
08-03-2006, 07:40 PM
Witness protection program? Are you Sammy "the Bull" Gravano?
Oh great. You found me out. Now it's gonna have to be six.
No, I've gone through about five documents, not name changes.
The "Decree Changing Name" is the document I got at the end of the process and proves that my name is legally changed. It has a little red stamp that courthouse clerk puts on, and costs $6 per copy.
I can copy this form myself, but photocopies are not always sufficient. For example, when I got my Social Security card reissued in my new name, I had to fill out a form and submit it, along with my old card and an official red-stamped copy of the Decree. I got my new card, but did not get the Decree back.
thebob101
08-03-2006, 07:52 PM
A friend of mine changed his name and it was completely strange calling him another name. Never really understand why.
Storamin
08-03-2006, 08:29 PM
Change it to Cats, and walk around all day saying HOW ARE YOU GENTLEMEN !!
Somehow, you will have to verbally emote the exclamation marks, as well as the space between them and the word gentlemen.
that's not even remotely funny... at all.
gofishn
08-03-2006, 08:32 PM
I'd change mine to Buck Naked.
Scobie
08-03-2006, 09:38 PM
that's not even remotely funny... at all.
False.
ChubbyChase
08-03-2006, 09:46 PM
Jimmy Bones
Eviltude
08-03-2006, 10:10 PM
I think you should change your name to Tyler Durden. Most of the time when I got out somewhere and buy something with debit or credit, I sign it Tyler Durden and ofcourse noone says a word.
whoknows
08-04-2006, 02:09 AM
"Max Power
Its a name you'd love to touch, but you musnt touch
His name sounds good in your ear
But when you say it you musn't fear
For his name can be said by anyone"
Here it is :D
http://$$$$$$$$$$$$/ltgrx
Here it is :D
http://$$$$$$$$$$$$/ltgrx
I have to find a way to turn that into a ytmnd somehow...
ZeroSupporT
08-04-2006, 04:09 AM
"The Artist Formally Known as Marcello" Then just change it to a symbol, like %.
savestheday888
08-04-2006, 04:29 AM
Skipper T. Eyechild. Then, you can be my baby........
Number83
08-04-2006, 08:51 AM
My Porn name is Peter Lumber.
Maklershed
08-04-2006, 11:50 AM
My Porn name is Peter Lumber.
Nice to meet you Peter Lumber .. I'm porn star Stephen Forge 8-)
moiety
08-04-2006, 02:20 PM
I brought this up to one of my friends and he then wanted to be Thor, which caused me to burst out laughing. Good times at work... Discuss!
No lie: A woman who used to work in my office just had a baby boy a few weeks ago, and they named him Thor. I feel for the kid.
Apossum
08-04-2006, 02:55 PM
I knew a guy named Thor. It actually worked because he's a tall, built blonde guy. his parents got lucky I suppose ;)
Theduck
08-04-2006, 04:23 PM
Boss: %, did you finish that paperwork I left for you!?
%: I will now ignore you because you're saying my name incorrectly.
Thor is a badass name, but not for any mere human child. Also, Thor wouldn't work for me because I'm the skinniest kid with black hair. I don't think I could even carry my hammer around or drink alot of beer like the mighty thor does without throwing up constantly.
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