What is a name change petition?

A name change petition is a legal request to change a person's name.

How do I object to a name change?

To object, file a written objection at least two court days before the hearing.

When is the hearing for the name change?

The hearing is scheduled for May 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM.

Nicole Thomas petitions to change name from Alexander Lee Rodriguez to Xander Lee Thomas.

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Published: Apr 23, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Name Change
City: Napa
Address: 825 Brown Street, Napa, CA · 25 filings
Case #: 26CV000775

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25 filings at this address 134 name change notices in Napa (last 12 months)

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What to do next

1
File an Objection
If you wish to object, submit your written objection by May 23, 2026.
2
Attend the Hearing
Be present at the court hearing on May 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM.
3
Publish Notice
Ensure the Order to Show Cause is published weekly for four weeks before the hearing.

Frequently asked questions

What is a name change petition?: A name change petition is a legal request to change a person's name.
How do I object to a name change?: To object, file a written objection at least two court days before the hearing.
When is the hearing for the name change?: The hearing is scheduled for May 27, 2026, at 8:30 AM.

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Full Notice Text

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF NAPA 825 BROWN STREET NAPA, CA 94558 CASE NO.: 26CV000775PETITION OF: NICOLE THOMASFOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAMETO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:Petitioner: NICOLE THOMAS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:ALEXANDER LEE RODRIGUEZ to XANDER LEE THOMASTHE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARINGDate: 05/27/2026 Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: B The address of the court is same as noted aboveA copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: NAPA VALLEY REGISTERDate: APRIL 07, 2026NAPA SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURT4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14 COL-CA-102213