how to change name on social security
To change your name on your Social Security card: 1  Complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5); and. 2  Show documents proving: 3  Legal name change; and.4  Identity; and. 5  U.S. citizenship (if you have not already established your citizenship with us), or immigration status if you are not a U.S. citizen.o change your name on your Social Security card: 1  Complete an Application For A Social Security Card (Form SS-5); and. 2  Show documents proving: 3  Legal name change; and.