Should I change my last name?

[Anonymous]

When we get married he wants me to change my last name but I like my last name. He says we won't be a real married couple if I don't change my last name.

[Anonymous]

If I’m getting married I’d like her to change her last name as well. You want him to make the ultimate sacrifice in a relationship than why not give him that? What type of relationship is this? You expecting him to provide for you, protect you, etc, etc? Or will this be a 50/50 where you will help pay for all the bills as well? I get you like your last name but ultimately what is going to bring the most happiness? I honestly wouldn’t feel like a married couple either if I introduce myself to someone w my last name then you w your own.

[gorydetails]

The point of marriage is that you and your husband become a new thing. The man is the head of the household, so you are joining his family name.

[gorydetails]

At least in the South, it’s acceptable to adopt your last name as your middle name…so you can still keep it.

[Anonymous]

HE wants YOU to change your last night

YOU like your last name and it seems like you don't want to change it

then he passive aggressively states "we won't be a real married couple if you don't change your name" that is making you feel bad and is a slight subliminal controlling threat. what a douche

[Opinion Owner]

keep in mind, YOU are the one who has to go through all the documents required to change name, it can be very time consuming. and all he will do is sit on his ass, unaffected.

[myloveforuisinfinte]

Nope , instead he should change his name. simpld otherwise u both will not look like married couple.
Why only girls? Man should sacrifice too🤣

[laly520]

no need

last name has nth to do with it being a real marriage

unless u live in a very traditional community n its big deal for em

[dudeinohio]

Yes. You need to. It is traditional. Failure to do so disrespects your husband and the marriage. Also... don't do one of these hyphenated deals either.