There are legal procedures and requirements which must be fulfilled. All Texas residents can apply for a name change under Texas Family Code Chapter 45.In general, Texas has very few official legal forms. I filed my petition for a name change online through eFile and it was accepted but I'm not sure what to do about it now tbh. You may be able to correct the spelling of your name without going to court. Contact the Texas Vital Statistics Unit to discuss your situation. You will be required to submit fingerprints and a background check and complete a form that establishes your intent to change your name. To file a petition for a name change, you must be at least 18 years of age. Regardless of the reason, an adult seeking a name change must file an Original Petition for Change of Name (Petition) in the county where he or she resides. If filing for a name change only, you should use a simple fill-in-the-blank form that is available from three places. ❖TexasLawHelp.