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Guides
Name Change Adult - Filing Guide
Name Change Minor - Filing Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Informational Page Application to Change Name (Adult)
Informational Page Application to Change Name (Minor)
Ohio Department of Health FAQs
Name Change Forms
Affidavit
Application to Change Name (Adult) (Form 21.0)
Application to Change Name (Minor) (Form 21.2)
Consent to Change of Name (Form 21.4)