Connecticut Petition for Change of Name

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The Connecticut petition for change of name form is filed by an individual who wishes to change their name legally. The petitioner must include their current name, the requested name change, and the reason for the change on the form. The document must be signed and dated by the petitioner and filed with the probate court in their county.

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Connecticut Petition for Change of Name

Last updated December 11th, 2025

The Connecticut petition for change of name form is filed by an individual who wishes to change their name legally. The petitioner must include their current name, the requested name change, and the reason for the change on the form. The document must be signed and dated by the petitioner and filed with the probate court in their county.

Eligibility Requirements

  • 18 years or older
  • Must file in the probate district of residence
  • If 17 years or younger, a parent must file on their behalf

How to Legally Change a Name in Connecticut

Step 1 – Fill Out Forms

To request a legal name change, applicants must complete the following documents for submission:

Step 2 – File Petition

The petitioner must file the completed forms with the probate court in their district of residence. In addition, a certified copy of their long-form birth certificate and two pieces of identification, one of which must include a photo, must be provided.

Step 3 – Notice of Hearing

The court will mail a notice of hearing to the petitioner, specifying the date and time they must appear in court. The court shall also send notice of the hearing to the petitioner’s spouse, unless the petitioner’s safety could be jeopardized by doing so.[2]

Step 4 – Attend Hearing

The petitioner must appear at their hearing, and the judge or clerk will administer an oath or affirmation. The judge will review the petition and perhaps ask the petitioner some relevant questions. If they approve of the petition, the name change will be granted.

Step 5 – Implement Name Change

After receiving an official name change order or decree from the probate court, the petitioner can legally change their name with the Social Security Administration and other applicable agencies and institutions. 

Marriage and Divorce

After getting married, a spouse can adopt their new married name by taking their marriage certificate to the Social Security Administration and filling out the necessary paperwork. After that, they can update their name on the driver’s license and any other forms of identification.

During or after divorce proceedings, a spouse can notify the court that they wish to restore their former name or birth name. Upon such a request, the judge shall ensure the spouse’s former name is included on the decree dissolving a marriage.[3]

Sources

  1. § 45a-99(b)(1)
  2. § 47.1(c) (Probate Court Rules of Procedure)
  3. § 46b-63