First of all, the conclusion is that it is possible in theory, but difficult to do in reality.
The analysis is as follows
1. Theoretically it is possible. Article 18 of the "Household Registration Regulations of the People's Republic of China" stipulates that "change of name by a citizen shall be handled in accordance with the following provisions: (1) When a person under the age of 18 needs to change his or her name, the name shall be changed by the person himself or his parents or adopter. Apply to the household registration authority for change registration;
(2) When a person over 18 years old needs to change his name, he or she must apply for change registration to the household registration authority. "
The above provisions. Explain that if adults want to change their names, they can do it themselves. But there is no limit on the number of changes.
2. Difficulties in reality. Legally speaking, citizens have the right to name. As long as it does not violate public order and good customs, it is not illegal to name yourself casually, but that is an ideal state. The public security organs will not always accompany you to change your name. But it shouldn’t be too much for you, and maybe the public security organs will agree to change it for you.
3. How to change? The first is that I have to express my intention to change my name; the second is that the reasons must be sufficient; and the third is that I have to promise that all civil and legal liabilities arising from the name change will be borne by myself. The specific materials required may vary from place to place. The best way is to go to the police station in the ID card jurisdiction and ask the staff. The staff will tell you the materials you need to provide.
4. How to write the reason for application? You can search on Baidu on your own, and there are many of them, with the same name, homophony, conflict with customs, etc.
5. Preparations before changing the name. (1) Call or ask your family members to help you go to the police station in the jurisdiction of your ID card, first ask what materials and rough procedures are needed to change your name, and figure out the routine first; (2) Decide on the name you want to change, and this time you can Be careful; (3) Cancel all unused bank cards. Now you can cancel the account in another place. This will reduce the amount of information changes in the future and only keep the necessary bank cards.
6. Steps to change your name. The first step is to bring your household registration book, ID card and personal name change application form (usually handwritten) to the police station in the jurisdiction of the ID card to apply for a name change. The police will usually tell you that changing your name will be very troublesome. Your social security, provident fund, academic certificates and files , driver's license, etc. need to be revised. At this time, you must tell her firmly that you know this, and you must have a correct attitude and a firm intention to change your name. Then the police will collect your household registration book and application form and inform you that they will submit the application form to the superior for approval, and the result will be available in about 7 working days. Then you can go back and wait for the call. The second step is to take the new household registration book with you to apply for a new ID card after you get the new household registration book. At this time, you have to take a photo of the ID card. After all, it will be used for 10 years. What are the details? To take a good-looking ID card photo, you can search it on Baidu by yourself. A few key points are to put on a little foundation, put on light makeup, and have a good overall mental outlook.
7. Matters after name change. After you get the new ID card, take your household registration book (because the household registration book will contain your previous life) and new ID card to the bank to modify the information; take the new ID card to the train station, cancel the original information and re-register a 12306 account. , the new ID card can be verified at the counter and you can use the new ID card to buy tickets online; for Alipay real-name authentication, click on the avatar to modify the information and take a photo of the new ID card as required to modify the authentication. WeChat authentication is in the wallet.
8. Expand a bit, changing the name usually means changing the first name but not the surname, but what should I do if I need to change the surname?
Regulations of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on Article 99, Paragraph 1, of the "General Principles of the People's Republic of China and Civil Law" and Article 22 of the "Marriage Law of the People's Republic of China" Interpretation: Citizens enjoy the right to name in accordance with the law. When citizens exercise their right to name, they must also respect social ethics and must not harm the interests of the public. In principle, citizens should take their father's or mother's surname. In one of the following circumstances, you can choose a surname other than the father's surname and the mother's surname: (1) Choose the surname of other direct elder blood relatives; (2) Due to legal support The surname of the person who supports the person is chosen by someone other than a person;
(3) There are other legitimate reasons that do not violate public order and good customs.
The surnames of ethnic minority citizens can be derived from the cultural traditions and customs of their own ethnic groups.
In other words, in addition to your parents’ surname, you can also take your grandmother’s surname, or your stepfather’s surname. Of course, the reasons must be sufficient and the process is the same as above.
Answer completed.