What did you do with surnames?

[BabyLlamaZen]

Just curious. We gave ds both our surnames (I kept mine for personal reasons and this is something I have always felt strongly about). Despite this, many of my friends still call me by my husband's name!

We understand that ds now has a very long name. I am happy for him to drop whatever part of his name he wants when he's older (including if it is my part). I just felt strongly he should start with both equally. We also grew up in London where long and mixed names were not unusual.

I find different views on surnames really interesting. Ultimately I think it’s a personal decision but no one should feel they have to change their surname or lose it from the family line. I didn’t take DHs surname when we married. I felt very strongly about not wanting to change my name. However I’ve been happy to give DS just DH’s surname and I don’t know why but it doesn’t bother me at all. However his family do have a family tradition that the first born son gets a specific first name. For me this was an absolute no and we’ve picked something together instead.

@CoalCraft how easy is that, practically? Does the bank account that works pays you into have your married or maiden name? (Just wondering as this is something I have considered doing if I ever got married - sorry to derail the thread!)