Why is it odd? I don’t know what your profession is, but suppose you have a name that’s well-known to your clients, vendors, colleagues or customers. When you leave a message your call gets returned ASAP. If you change your name, it’s going to be a while before the new name is recognized by everyone. Wouldn’t you want to make people aware of who you are, that they already know you?
Would you make a point of tuning in to see Ann McGillicuddy or Michelle Golinsky on TV, if you hadn’t heard the news that Coulter or Malkin had gotten married?
Sorry, we disagree.
I think it’s snooty, and elitist.