It really depends on which state or local authority you belong to. Depending on the state, you can usually amend the birth certificate based on the fact that the name is not correct, and you've been using a different name your whole life.
If you have evidence, or the correct sort of documentation that clearly shows the name you've been using, (i.e. Your social security card, driving licence or passport), this should be sufficient enough for the state to amend your birth record accordingly.
You can also get in touch with the Vital Statistics office in the state where you were born. You can also try the city hall that may be able to assist with these types of things.
There is an alternative way where you can submit three documents; a marriage license, one copy of the child's birth certificate and a school transcript, and provide the name that you wish to use from now on.
All you have to do now is wait for the mail which should be no more than a few weeks. In fact, it costs less than five dollars for the entire process and once completed a certified copy of your corrected birth certificate is sent.
If you have evidence, or the correct sort of documentation that clearly shows the name you've been using, (i.e. Your social security card, driving licence or passport), this should be sufficient enough for the state to amend your birth record accordingly.
You can also get in touch with the Vital Statistics office in the state where you were born. You can also try the city hall that may be able to assist with these types of things.
There is an alternative way where you can submit three documents; a marriage license, one copy of the child's birth certificate and a school transcript, and provide the name that you wish to use from now on.
All you have to do now is wait for the mail which should be no more than a few weeks. In fact, it costs less than five dollars for the entire process and once completed a certified copy of your corrected birth certificate is sent.