There are legal procedures and requirements which must be fulfilled. In general, Texas has very few official legal forms.All Texas residents can apply for a name change under Texas Family Code Chapter 45. Here is a list of forms that are available for downloading, printing, and completing. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view the following links. Has anyone had experience making an update to the deed to their home? Can you direct me to what form I would fill out? To officially change the name on your deed, you will usually need to file a new deed with your county recorder's office. A Quit Claim Deed is a common method used to transfer title to real estate property in some states, but it should not be used in Texas. You will need to file a name change petition in state court in the county you live in.