You are not required to update your deed to reflect your name change. You must change your name within 30 days through the MVA's Driver Licensing System (DLS) prior to applying for any corrected documents.To take someone's name off a deed, a new deed must be prepared to transfer the property from all of the current owners to all of the remaining owners. To add a name to a deed in Maryland, you must prepare a new deed that includes both the current owner's name and the new owner's name. A Maryland deed is used to transfer ownership in real estate. Where do I apply for a name change order? Enter the full, legal name of the person who is receiving the property, known as the grantee. Then, enter their mailing address. Obtain a copy of the Maryland Deed form from a reliable source or website. The petition must be submitted to the Clerk of Court in the county where the petitioner lives.