Reading: My wife and I are planning to change our daughter’s name from Alia Paul to Alia Gupta Paul. She is 3 years old, and we have her birth certificate and passport with her current name. We want to include her mother’s surname, Gupta, in her name to honor both families. However, we’re concerned about potential legal or social issues that might arise later. Could you advise if there are any complications we should be aware of regarding this name change?

My wife and I are planning to change our daughter’s name from Alia Paul to Alia Gupta Paul. She is 3 years old, and we have her birth certificate and passport with her current name. We want to include her mother’s surname, Gupta, in her name to honor both families. However, we’re concerned about potential legal or social issues that might arise later. Could you advise if there are any complications we should be aware of regarding this name change?

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5 months ago

Law Forum › Category: Documentation › My wife and I are planning to change our daughter’s name from Alia Paul to Alia Gupta Paul. She is 3 years old, and we have her birth certificate and passport with her current name. We want to include her mother’s surname, Gupta, in her name to honor both families. However, we’re concerned about potential legal or social issues that might arise later. Could you advise if there are any complications we should be aware of regarding this name change?

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My wife and I are planning to change our daughter’s name from Alia Paul to Alia Gupta Paul. She is 3 years old, and we have her birth certificate and passport with her current name. We want to include her mother’s surname, Gupta, in her name to honor both families. However, we’re concerned about potential legal or social issues that might arise later. Could you advise if there are any complications we should be aware of regarding this name change?

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Apni Law Staff answered 5 months ago

In India, you can legally change your child’s name by applying for a name change affidavit and publishing it in a local newspaper. Since your daughter is a minor, you’ll need to obtain consent from a court or a competent authority. There are no specific legal complications associated with including both parents’ surnames, but it’s advisable to consult with a legal professional to ensure the process is smooth.