Namnauplösning

Namnauplösning is a Swedish term that translates to "name dissolution" or "name disuse." It refers to the practice of a married woman no longer using her maiden name and not adopting her husband's surname, instead opting to use neither. This can occur for various reasons, including a desire to maintain her individual identity, a rejection of traditional marital naming conventions, or a preference for simplicity.

In Sweden, unlike in some other countries, there is no legal requirement for a married woman to change her surname. While it is common to adopt the husband's name or create a hyphenated name, choosing to retain one's maiden name or simply use only one's given names and surname is also perfectly acceptable. Namnauplösning is a less common but recognized phenomenon within this flexible system.

The decision to practice namnauplösning is a personal one and does not carry any specific legal implications beyond the individual's chosen form of address and identification. It reflects a broader societal discussion about gender roles and personal autonomy within marriage. The concept highlights the spectrum of choices available to individuals regarding surname usage following marriage.