To be honest PCB, I never gave it a thought, and I was proud to take my hubby's last name, even though it is the same as a girl's name and cause's so much confusion, I guess if I really hated his last name , then I would keep mine which is scottish.

I like the idea of hyphenating a name, using both the maiden name and married name if it suits.

I actually like having the opportunity of changing my name, I have done it twice, gets boring having the same surname forever , however I know more young women today are choosing to keep their maiden names, especially if they are in business, I think it just becomes confusing when the kiddies come along.