Curious about who’s changing their name in Nottingham and why? We’ve analyzed real data from 547 residents who used our deed poll service to change their name.
This article breaks down the trends by reason, age, gender, titles, and more — helping you understand what’s driving name changes in your city.
Most people changed their name simply because they wanted a different one — with over 37% citing personal preference. Others changed their names due to marriage, divorce, or gender transition.
Top Reasons for Name Change in Nottingham:
Name changes in Nottingham are more common among women, who make up nearly two-thirds of applicants. However, over a third are male, and a small number identify as another gender or did not specify.
Gender Breakdown:
The average age for a name change applicant in Nottingham is 35.9 years old. This is consistent with national trends — name changes tend to peak between the ages of 25 and 45.
Traditional titles like Mr., Miss, and Mrs. are by far the most used, but gender-neutral and professional titles are also appearing.
Top 5 Titles:
Nottingham residents are slightly less likely than the national average to purchase the Name Change Kit, but it’s still a popular option. Over 63% used it to help notify banks, HMRC, and others.
Name Change Kit Usage:
✅ 37.7% changed their name simply because they preferred a different one
✅ Average age of applicant: 35.9 years old
✅ Women made up 63% of all applicants
✅ Most people used the Name Change Kit for convenience
✅ Mr. and Miss were the most popular titles
The UK Deed Poll Office helps people across the UK change their names legally and affordably. Our optional Name Change Kit makes updating your records quick and simple.
