The petition shall be verified and shall state:
§ 1632.Petition
Chapter 33: Change of Name · Last amended May 19, 1953 · Last verified August 3, 2026
In one sentenceLists what a verified name-change petition must state: the petitioner's name and address, facts about domicile and residence, birth date and place, birth certificate number and registration location if registered, the desired name, the reasons for the change, and a statement that the change isn't sought to defraud or delay creditors.
Full Text of § 1632
(a) The name and address of the petitioner;
(b) The facts as to domicile and residence;
(c) The date and place of birth;
(d) The birth certificate number, and place where the birth is registered, if registered;
(e) The name desired by petitioner;
(f) A clear and concise statement of the reasons for the desired change;
(g) A positive statement that the change is not sought for any illegal or fraudulent purpose, or to delay or hinder creditors.
Amendment History
Laws 1953, SB 149, p. 57, § 2, emerg. eff. 5/19/1953.
Plain-English Summary
Section 1632 is the checklist for a name-change petition. It must be verified, and it has to state the petitioner's name and address; the facts showing domicile and residence; the date and place of birth; the birth certificate number and where the birth is registered, if it's registered at all; the name the petitioner wants; a clear, concise statement of why; and a positive statement that the change isn't sought for an illegal or fraudulent purpose, or to delay or hinder creditors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What has to be in an Oklahoma name-change petition?
The petitioner's name and address, facts about domicile and residence, birth date and place, birth certificate information if registered, the desired name, reasons for the change, and a statement that it isn't sought for an illegal or fraudulent purpose or to hinder creditors.
Does the petition have to explain why you want to change your name?
Yes, it must include a clear and concise statement of the reasons for the desired change.
What if I was never issued a birth certificate?
The petition requires the birth certificate number and place of registration only if the birth was registered.
Does the petition need to be sworn to?
Yes, the statute requires the petition to be verified.
Source & verification. Section text is reproduced verbatim from
Title 12 of the Oklahoma Statutes, enacted by the Oklahoma Legislature.
Last verified August 3, 2026.
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