How to Address a Married Woman Who Retains Her Maiden Name

Learn the proper way to address a married woman who chooses to keep her maiden name in this informative Q&A.

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When addressing a married woman who has kept her maiden name, use 'Ms.' followed by her full name, e.g., Ms. Jane Smith. This form of address is respectful and acknowledges her marital status without assuming a name change.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I call a married woman who hasn't changed her name? You should address her as 'Ms.' followed by her maiden name.
  2. Is it disrespectful to use 'Ms.'? No, 'Ms.' is a respectful term that acknowledges a woman's status without assuming her marital situation.
  3. Can I use 'Mrs.' instead of 'Ms.'? It's better to use 'Ms.' for a married woman who has kept her maiden name to avoid any assumptions about her name preference.

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