Changing your name is a deeply personal decision — and if you’re in Leeds, you’re certainly not alone. We analyzed real data from 643 individuals in Leeds who used our deed poll service to change their name.
This article uncovers fascinating insights into who is changing their name, why, and how.
By far, the most common reason is a personal one — simply preferring a different name. That alone accounted for 40.7% of all name changes. Other top reasons included cultural or personal life events, like marriage, divorce, or gender affirmation.
Top Reasons for Name Change in Leeds:
In Leeds, women made up over 60% of all applicants. However, over a third were male, and a small portion identified as non-binary or unspecified — reinforcing the diversity of reasons and identities represented in this data.
Gender Breakdown:
The average age of people changing their name in Leeds is 35.7 years, which aligns with national averages. The bulk of name changes occur between the ages of 25 and 45 — typically a time of personal reinvention, marriage, career changes, or gender transition.
When it comes to titles, Leeds residents stick largely to tradition — with Mr., Miss, and Mrs. leading the way. However, gender-neutral titles like Mx. are also being adopted.
Top 5 Titles:
The optional Name Change Kit helps individuals notify government departments, banks, insurers, and other institutions of their new name. In Leeds, 60.8% of people chose this helpful add-on.
Name Change Kit Usage:
✅ Nearly 41% of people in Leeds changed their name just because they wanted to
✅ Average applicant age: 35.7 years old
✅ Women made up 63% of all applicants
✅ Leeds residents are slightly more likely than the national average to purchase the Name Change Kit
Changing your name with the UK Deed Poll Office is easy, legal, and affordable — whether you're updating your identity for marriage, transition, or a fresh start. Our optional Name Change Kit makes notifying every agency simple.
