Adoption Name Change

An adoption name change occurs when a child is adopted and the adoptive parents choose to change the child's name, either partially or entirely. This process is usually formalized through legal procedures during adoption proceedings. The goal is to reflect the new family relationship and often involves creating a new birth certificate that includes the adoptive parents' last name. This name change can help the child feel a sense of belonging and identity within their new family. It's an important aspect of the adoption process, symbolizing the new beginnings and connections formed through adoption.