How do I write my new name?

Question:

How do I write my new name?

I recently got married and my maiden name was Julien V. Ramos. My husband's last name is Spencer. So now is my new name "Julien V. Spencer" or "Julien R. Spencer"??

I know it sounds like a silly question, but everyone I've asked so far doesn't know either.

Do I keep my middle initial or does my maiden last name become my middle initial??

Help! I'm confused!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Traditionally your maiden name becomes your middle name: Julien R. Spencer. (That's what my mom did, anyways.) You could always do the hyphenation thing if you wanted: Julien V. Ramos-Spencer.