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The indexes show both the former and the new name, either as a note or a cross-reference. Indexes from 1945 to 2019 can be consulted freely, but you’ll need to register as a reader if you want to —. consult indexes from before 1945. view the original deed poll and/or purchase a certified copy.
At the National Archives at Kew in Richmond, Surrey, it’s possible to find records of name changes by deed poll dating back to 1851. If you are searching for a name change that happened between 1851 and 1903, you will need to check in the close rolls which cover the dates between 1204-1903.
How to find out when your name was changed, if you haven’t got a deed poll. What to do when you’re asked for the exact date of your change of name.
A deed poll recognises a change of name of an adult or child - make your own, use official forms, or get one through a specialist agency or solicitor
By leveraging our access to public records and background check capabilities, users can uncover legal name changes documented in various official documents. This tool is particularly useful for legal professionals, genealogists, or individuals seeking to track name changes for personal or professional reasons.
Changing your name by deed poll costs around £44 and you are free to swap names as often as you like. But how does this affect the DBS application process?
Discover how to trace ancestors who changed their name in family history with our guide to name change records.
