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Choosing a new '''name''' can be part of transition for nonbinary people who feel their birth name does not correctly or entirely reflect their [[gender]] and/or [[gender expression]]. Many nonbinary people choose a name that is not coded specifically as male or female—a neutral name—to avoid being labeled as one or the other based on their name. However, a gender neutral name is not a necessity; the same goes for choosing a new name in general. Some nonbinary people choose names with feminine or masculine connotations or choose to keep their birth name | Choosing a new '''name''' can be part of transition for nonbinary people who feel their birth name does not correctly or entirely reflect their [[gender]] and/or [[gender expression]]. Many nonbinary people choose a name that is not coded specifically as male or female—a neutral name—to avoid being labeled as one or the other based on their name. However, a gender neutral name is not a necessity; the same goes for choosing a new name in general. Some nonbinary people choose names with feminine or masculine connotations or choose to keep their birth name. | ||
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== Choosing a Name == | == Choosing a Name == | ||
{{RandomName}} | {{RandomName}} | ||
{{Side list | {{Side list | ||
| title = Lists of neutral names | | title = Lists of neutral names | ||
| content = In alphabetical order: | | content = In alphabetical order: | ||
[[Neutral names starting with A]] | * [[Neutral names starting with A]] | ||
* [[Neutral names starting with B]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with C]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with D]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with E]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with F]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with G]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with H]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with I]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with J]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with K]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with L]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with M]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with N]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with O]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with P]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with Q]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with R]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with S]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with T]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with U]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with V]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with W]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with X]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with Y]] | |||
* [[Neutral names starting with Z]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
The process of choosing a new name, if one should so desire to do so, can be a process of trial and error. For some, the process may be relatively short, while others may test out many different names before deciding on one, and some may stay with one name for a long time before realizing another suits them better. | The process of choosing a new name, if one should so desire to do so, can be a process of trial and error. For some, the process may be relatively short, while others may test out many different names before deciding on one, and some may stay with one name for a long time before realizing another suits them better. | ||
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=== United States === | === United States === | ||
In the United States, the specifics for obtaining a legal name change can vary depending on the state. Because of this, it is best to research the specifics for the state. The [ | In the United States, the specifics for obtaining a legal name change can vary depending on the state. Because of this, it is best to research the specifics for the state. The [[National Center for Transgender Equality]] maintains a useful web portal called the [https://transequality.org/documents ID Documents Center]. | ||
=== | === England and Wales === | ||
In | In England and Wales, a name can be changed by obtaining a Change of Name Deed, commonly known as a Deed Poll. | ||
=== Canada === | === Canada === | ||
In Canada, legal name changes are handled by the province in which you are resident. In most cases, you will need parental consent if you are under the age of majority. In most cases you will also need to pay a fee for the name change, and additional fees to update ID such as your driver's license and passport. | In Canada, legal name changes are handled by the province in which you are resident. In most cases, you will need parental consent if you are under the age of majority. In most cases you will also need to pay a fee for the name change, and additional fees to update ID such as your driver's license and passport. | ||
== Notes and references == | == Notes and references == | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
[[Category:Transition]] | [[Category:Transition]][[Category:Practical resources]] | ||
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