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Name Regret: What to Do If You No Longer Like Your Baby's First Name
You picked a name for your child, the birth certificate is printed, and suddenly that nagging feeling sets in: the name just doesn't fit. This phenomenon …
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Naming Law in Germany: What Rules Apply to First and Last Names
When looking for a name for your child, the question quickly arises of what is legally permissible in Germany. This article explains the …
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First Names in Germany: When the Civil Registry Office Rejects a Registration
Have you found an unusual baby name and wonder whether the civil registry office will register it? This article explains the procedure in Germany: what to do in case of doubts …
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Unusual First Names: How to Clarify Registration with the Civil Registry Office
Have you discovered a rare first name and want to know whether it can be registered for your baby? In Germany, a targeted preliminary inquiry with the …
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Hyphen or Space? Legal and Practical Differences in Double Names
Anna-Lena or Anna Lena? Müller-Schmidt or Müller Schmidt? When choosing a name for your child, the question often arises whether two names should be connected with a …
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Registering Unisex Names: Rules in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland
You have found a given name suitable for all genders. Now the formal registration at the civil registry office is approaching, and a common question arises …
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Changing a Child's Name: Requirements, Costs, and Process
After birth, it sometimes turns out that your child's registered first name or last name no longer fits your life situation. Whether due to a …
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Naming Law in Austria: The Most Important Rules for Choosing a Name
What last name will your child have if you are not married? How many first names are permitted, and what restrictions apply when choosing a name? …
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Naming Law in Switzerland: First Names, Surnames, and the Civil Registry Office
If you are expecting a child in Switzerland, you must provide details regarding the first name and surname after birth. Swiss naming law sets clear …
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