I decided to hyphenate my last name when I married as a way to keep my identity, and because I was too lazy to handle important business with the necessary speed.
I have also hyphenated my daughter's last name. My maiden name is very short, 4 letters, my husband's last name has 9. The funny thing is, my daughter can spell my husband's last name, but she can't spell mine to save her life. Everybody in her life addresses her by my husband's last name, but if you ask her, she'll tell you both.
I think it's a personal decision, and I think your husband's feelings should play a part in the decision. Being in agreement (or close to it) when you're married gives favor from GOD.
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