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submitted 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago) by lemuria@lemmy.ml to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

I personally like to minimize name changes as much as possible because usually, the current name Just Works and I don't really think it's worth it to break muscle memory or replace signage and stuff.

Marginally related; what is it with American stadiums being named after big companies? And when the naming rights expire, people just have to get used to the new name??

edit: I'm primarily focusing on organizations and places and anything that isn't a single individual person changing names, to be clear

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[-] captainlezbian@lemmy.world 7 points 2 days ago

People should change their names as they please, but remember it's kinda annoying.

Also the capital of ohio should change its name, so many things there avoid using the name of the city

[-] DrivebyHaiku@lemmy.ca 3 points 1 day ago

If you have ever attempted to change your name you know it is way more annoying to change your name than accept someone else's change of name. The amount of admin it takes to make that update in your social circle even before you try and make it legal is a test of social fortitude and willpower.

Remember when someone is changing their name they are very aware of the imposition of the mental load they are placing on you. Grace goes a long way.

[-] superduperenigma@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago
[-] captainlezbian@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

Exactly, I wholeheartedly advise everyone to just pick up an ohio white pages and spam their government to change the name of their capital to flavortown in honor of central Ohio's most cherished son.

this post was submitted on 08 Dec 2025
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