Discussion»Statements»Rosie's Corner» Donald John Trump wouldda been Donald John Drumpf. His paternal grandparents changed their surname. Would you do the same? Why?
My maiden name was changed some time ago by my ancestors as well. It happens.
My husband's Grandmother is German and did not change her name (I guess she didn't have to she got married) Her family also did not. But because of WWII she wouldn't say she was of German ancestry. She would say they were High Dutch. (And she only speaks English)
Many immigrants also change their name to fit in with their new country as well. My brother in law has thought about changing his. For this reason.