8 In 10 Women Married To Men Still Take Husband’s Last Name, Survey Finds

This tradition of taking a husband's name is deeply rooted in history when women had few rights and were prohibited from owning property.

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ForbesCenter· Sep 7, 2023

8 In 10 Women Married To Men Still Take Husband’s Last Name, Survey Finds

ForbesCenter· Sep 7, 2023

8 In 10 Women Married To Men Still Take Husband’s Last Name, Survey Finds

Courthouse News ServiceCenter· Sep 7, 2023

Most wives in America still take their husband’s last name

The HillCenter· Sep 7, 2023

Most married women still take husband’s last name: report

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New York PostLean Right· Sep 7, 2023

Why women are still taking their husband’s last name upon marriage