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[–]ANIKAHirsch 1 insightful - 1 fun1 insightful - 0 fun2 insightful - 1 fun -  (2 children)

This particular man expressed that he wants me to take his name. (Actually his grandmother's -- he would be changing his too.)

[–]msteacherlady 2 insightful - 1 fun2 insightful - 0 fun3 insightful - 1 fun -  (1 child)

What is the motivation behind changing his name? I've had acquaintances that also change both of their names to symbolize their union. Is that what you and your partner are doing? If so, that's not so much about honoring him as it is about joining your lives.

[–]ANIKAHirsch 2 insightful - 1 fun2 insightful - 0 fun3 insightful - 1 fun -  (0 children)

Well it's his maternal grandmother's name. So at least it honors his family.

He's changing his for personal reasons.