[GA] How do you change a child’s name with both parents’ consent and mismatched birth records?

GA Family Law

I'm finally ready for my son to get a legal name change. He was born abroad to two U.S. citizens, but his Consular Report of Birth Abroad has a last name that’s different from his Social Security card and state ID. I’m trying to verify what forms I need to file for a legal name change so he can get a driver’s permit.

January 23, 2026

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That’s the Notice of Name Change. It’s a limited form and only needs to state that you are filing a petition for a name change and that anyone who intends to object has 30 days to do so. (GA Code § 19-12-1 (h)(2))

The notice for the newspaper is not filed with the court. It will run for four weeks, and the newspaper will provide an affidavit of publication. You’ll then file that affidavit with the court. You’ll also need to submit a proposed order for the name change.

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I understand the importance of getting your son’s name legally changed. Have you already looked into the specific requirements for a legal name change in your state?

I have.

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Are you currently working with an attorney or planning to handle the name change process on your own?

On my own.

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Is there anything else the Family Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your name change.

Liz

Hi there! My name is Liz, and I’ve been an attorney for more than a decade. I’m here to assist with your legal concerns. To best help you, what state are you doing the name change in?

Georgia.

Liz

Wonderful. What forms do you currently have?

The only one I have so far is what I assume is the Petition for Name Change that I filled out through the Georgia court website. I know I need something to submit to a specific local newspaper as well to announce the intent to change his name. Is that the only two forms I need to file? And which, if any, of them need to be notarized?

Liz

And that’s all there is to it?

Liz

Does the other parent also agree?

Yes, she agrees.

Liz

Perfect. That should make it a fairly smooth process. If I can be of help, please let me know.

Liz

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