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Name change court information — Orange Superior CourtOfficial instructions

The official court page specifically describes this subject and its available information. Consult its current instructions for your situation.

Local Name Change — source-specific information; other procedures and appeals may differ

The process for changing a name can be complicated, and it is somewhat different depending on whether the name being changed is for an adult, or a child (minor), although many of the same forms are used. You can find more information about changing a name and/or gender for adults and minors on the tabs to your left. After a court grants your request, there are numerous places you need to notify (such as social security, DMV, passport office, etc.), to update your legal documents. Below you will find more information to help with that step.

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Superior Court of California, County of Orange · Orange Superior Court — Name Change (opens in a new tab)

Reviewed local Name change subject context

The process for changing a name can be complicated, and it is somewhat different depending on whether the name being changed is for an adult, or a child (minor), although many of the same forms are used. You can find more information about changing a name and/or gender for adults and minors on the tabs to your left. After a court grants your request, there are numerous places you need to notify (such as social security, DMV, passport office, etc.), to update your legal documents. Below you will find more information to help with that step.

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California Courts Self-Help Guide

Shared California Courts self-help guidance, available for all 58 California county court contexts; local procedures and individual circumstances vary.

Legal name changes in CaliforniaOfficial instructions

Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.

Service area: California statewide self-help information; this is one shared guide, not a separate local provider in each county. Area details & sources

Shared statewide guidance; local procedures, case types and exceptions may differ

If you already changed your name and need a copy of a court order, contact the court where your case was filed.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Shared statewide guidance; local procedures, case types and exceptions may differ

The steps and forms you need to fill out vary depending on your situation. Answer a few questions to get the right set of instructions.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 26, 2026

Judicial Council of California · Change your name in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)

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Change your name in California

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