Asteria Themis's definitions

Parenthood Name

The surname a parent or guardian takes on legally to share with their child.
The surname a parent or guardian keeps after a marital dissolution to share with their child.

"When I adopted Ashley, I took her last name. My Parenthood Name is Smith but my maiden name was Peters."
"Although Tom and I are not married anymore, I chose to keep my last name the same as my children."

by Asteria Themis February 15, 2025