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How to change baby name legally in New York



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amother
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Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 7:03 pm
Hi
I had a baby five months ago, and we were told by a few people that her name is too unique and wouldn't give her a fair chance in the real world. We would like to change it to something more secular. Where do I go to change her name legally? Did anyone else change your baby's name shortly after birth. Thanks!!
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amother
Pumpkin


 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 7:10 pm
https://www.nycourts.gov/court.....shtml
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nchr




 
 
    
 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 7:16 pm
You have to file a petition and go before a court. If approved, the name change will be filed with the county clerk's office.
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amother
Pewter


 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 7:16 pm
It's hard to navigate so may be worthwhile to hire an attorney to take care of it for you.
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dankbar




 
 
    
 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 7:35 pm
Since 9/11 it's difficult to do name changes
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amother
Taupe


 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 8:01 pm
It's different for an infant. Check out this link: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/......page

I'm not in NYC but I changed my baby's name shortly after birth and it wasn't a huge hassle.
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Reality




 
 
    
 

Post Sat, Feb 23 2019, 9:04 pm
Why are you listening to all these people? In todays world no one is going to bat an eye at a unique name. You chose this name because you loved it. Don't change your child's name out of fear for the future!

Good luck and mazal tov!!
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