Does anybody else believe in keeping man's name in traditional marriage? (how much, documents)

[afoigrokerkok]

Couples should do what works for them. Most women I know who have married even recently have taken their husbands' names.

[Serenity2019]

Originally Posted by Cantabridgienne

Why do you care what other women do?

I am traditional, and I do not like anti-tradition or types of feminism.

[*Sixy*]

I took my husbands last name because I didn't care much for my own last name. His sounded better with my first name.

However, if he had some hideous last name I would have kept my own.

[Lilac110]

I took my husband's name when I was married. I actually thought about keeping it after the divorce, as we were on good terms. And then it didn't feel right, so I went back to my maiden name.

If I ever remarry, I will not take my next husband's name. I'm published under my maiden name, and it would be too much of a hassle professionally. Kids are not in the picture, so there's no need for a family name.

[Cantabridgienne]

Originally Posted by coastalbum

I am traditional, and I do not like anti-tradition or types of feminism.

My mother didn't take my father's last name. So really, I'd be following in my family's tradition in keeping my own.

[Serenity2019]

Originally Posted by Philosophizer

My girlfriend told me I'd be taking her last name if we ever get married. Still waiting on a ring from her, fingers crossed.

If you are a male, I hope you grow some courage!

[luckynumber4]

Originally Posted by coastalbum

I am traditional, and I do not like anti-tradition or types of feminism.

Then don't marry an anti-traditional or feminist woman. It sounds like you didn't, so what's the issue?

[maggie2101]

I took my first husband's name. After he passed away and I eventually got married again I kept his name because my son wanted me to have his last name. Plus, it was easier at my age owning properties and such.

[Dewdroplet76]

Originally Posted by coastalbum

I am traditional, and I do not like anti-tradition or types of feminism.

Why does it bother you what other people do?

Professionally, I go by my first name and my middle name. Legally and to my friends and family, I've taken my husband's name. Lots of my friends have kept their maiden names. It doesn't seem to have affected my life at all.

[Serenity2019]

Originally Posted by Cantabridgienne

My mother didn't take my father's last name. So really, I'd be following in my family's tradition in keeping my own.

That is sure strange to me, and I would not accept this, but thank you for sharing. I've never heard of this.