So, I still can't figure out what I want to do with my last name, but my fiance says that it is better to make the name-change decision when you apply for the marriage license rather than doing it later.
So...there are no male members in the family, so I am the last one who has the family name. (As opposed to my FH, who has 2 boys and my FBIL who also has 2 boys). It kind of makes me sad to think that the name would die out if I change my name. Also, In my profession, I have published under my current name.
I thought about hyphenating, but that seems like it could get complicated on legal documents. I would really rather just get the marriage license now and think about this later. I am not a fan of creating a new name either.
What are the complications that could come up if I just keep my maiden name? I am leaning towards thinking about this for awhile and then legally changing the name later, if I wish.