A [good] name [is] rather to be chosen than great riches, [and] loving favour rather than silver and gold.

Pro 22:1

Choosing a Hebrew-Ethiopian RasTafari Name

The changing of a name for the Hebrew-Ethiopian RasTafari convert is highly recommended, following the holy spirit signals the embracing of a your new or renewed found love in the true faith. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Rom 12:2

Your new chosen name is a purposeful identification of your renewed mind as well as a mindful statement that you are not conformed to this world. "A convert is as a newborn child, ልጅ lidj or lij." A new person needs a new name. That is why the LOJ Ministers advise that converts should choose Hebrew-Ethiopian names for their new RasTafari lives.

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More specific reasons why LOJ advises that our people change their name:

1. As a Hebrew-Ethiopian RasTafari and Registered member of  THE LION OF JUDAH SOCIETY, upon declaration of FAITH, a RIGHTEOUS NAME (ATTRIBUTE) of ALMIGHTY GOD YAHWEH is PRESCRIBED.

2. HISTORICAL - Because you HONESTLY BELIEVE that your name that is on your IDENTIFICATION has NO CONNECTION with your true ANCESTRY, HERITAGE, or ORIGIN.

Overview

For those of you who desire to be known by your newly chosen name instead of the one you were given at birth, or the one which you received through adoption or marriage, you can file today. Remember that Changing your name is a common act recognized throughout the U.S. and may be achieved by following the process established by each state's legal court system.

You can easily petition and obtain a court-ordered name change that, once granted, you will be allowed to alter your name on all of your formal records i.e. Birth Certificate; Social Security; Passport and other legal documents. Changing your name legally, through the court system, also assures that your personal identity and history will remain connected to your new name.

Process

Name Change Petition - Do It Yourself Now: (More Forms will be added very soon)

Simply Download Forms & Instructions Below, print out, fill in form and submit to your designated courthouse for processing.

Please note: The forms below are meant to provide basic information for proceeding with a name change application. Before starting a proceeding, check with the court in your local jurisdiction. Get Started:

Name Change FAQs

What does a court ordered name change entail?

Petitioning and publishing are the two basic steps you'll need to take in order to have a court issue a decree that orders your official name change. Petitioning means filling out the appropriate form or forms and filing them (paying the required fee) in the court that claims jurisdiction (normally, the one nearest or that services the area of your residence). In nearly every state the petitioner or person legally overseeing the name change process is required to publish notice in a local newspaper of the intended name change. You may also be required to give notice to specific individuals or organizations that have an interest in your name change. If someone objects to your new name, you may have to appear in court to show cause as to why you are entitled to your new name.

Will my name change affect any benefits to which I'm entitled?

No. Your benefits -alimony, child support, Social Security payments, disability benefits- are yours. You are entitled to them regardless of what you choose to call yourself legally. Only a name change due to marriage may affect your Social Security benefits. However, in this instance it's getting married that is the determining factor and not the name change.

If you are an adult who has been disabled since childhood, these types of benefits generally stop once you get married. There are some circumstances in which your benefits may be protected if you marry.

Since the rules are different for different situations, you should consult a Social Security representative for the impact that marriage may have on any benefits you are currently receiving. Whatever situation is applicable, you will need to inform all appropriate authorities of your new name, in writing and usually with a certified copy of your name change decree.

What is legally required for me to change my name?

Residency, jurisdiction and legal grounds are the determining factors when filing to change your name. The residency requirement entails your living in the area in which you intend to file your name change petition for at least six months prior to filing your petition. Jurisdiction means that your petition must be filed within the court district nearest your residence. Having legal grounds means you have good reason to be petitioning for your name change-i.e., that you have had a religious conversion, that you wish to make a connection with your true ancestry, heritage or origin, that you wish to maintain your identity in business, that your name needs to be shortened, etc.

How is a name change different for a minor vs. adult?

While adults are legally allowed to proceed with a name change on their own, a minor must rely on adult individuals to drive the process. Usually, a minor's natural parents are responsible for filling out the name change petition and overseeing the name change process when a minor is involved. If only one parent is involved, the consent of the other parent may also be required. There are many instances in which a natural parent may be imprisoned, lives in another state or country or cannot be located at all. In these types of situation, legal custody and parental notice are very important. It's incumbent on the court to make name change determinations based on the best interests of the applying minor.

What documents are required for changing my name?

Although the exact forms and their titles for the name change process vary from state to state, and even from jurisdiction to jurisdiction, you will always start by filing a Petition for Change of Name. In Los Angeles County, for example, you are also required to file a form entitled Order to Show Cause for Change of Name. This form gives interested parties the opportunity to object to your name change. If anyone objects, then a hearing is set to discuss the objection. Finally, you'll need a Decree Changing Name, which is the actual order that authorizes your name change and which becomes the official record of your name change.

Where do I file my name change petition?

In most cases you will file your petition in the civil court system presiding over the county and the branch that correlates to the area in which you reside.  

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Requesting a Hebrew-Ethiopian RasTafari Name Consultation

Because of popular demand we are now offering Amharic name consultation for a small fee of $35. We can help you find a good Amharic name from our database list of many names.  Let us know what kind of name you would like whether it be a Biblical name, or a Historical name, or Traditional name, or Places etc...  We will help you make a choice, show you how your name is written in the Amharic characters as well as the definition meaning of your chosen name in PDF, .JPG, .GIF formats.

To help you get started, below you will find a variety of Amharic names listed in different categories along with some of their meanings and or descriptions.  We will provide you the meanings and Amharic spelling for any of the names written below without their description as well as help you find other names you may prefer from our very large Names Database.

Your Request for an Amharic Name Consultation will include a telephone consultation, or skype, yahoo or other chat service if you prefer.  This consultation will also include your chosen name translated, defined and written in the Amharic script which we will send to your email address in the format of your choice.

If you do not have a Credit Card, PayPal account or would prefer to order by mail, please send check or international money order to the address below.

Lion Of Judah Society

305A Halsey Street

Brooklyn, NY 11216

United States

ATTN: Name Consultation

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Note: If you are unable to see the text in Amharic font below, please download the GF Zemen font.

Ethiopian, Amharic Names & Their Meanings    (Request Consultation)

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Biblical names                                                    (Request Consultation)

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Ethiopian Names (mostly Amharic names)       (Request Consultation)

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Ethnic names                                                    (Request Consultation)

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Best-wishing names                                          (Request Consultation)

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Precious Stone Names...                                 (Request Consultation)

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Other Ethiopian Traditional Names                      (Request Consultation)

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