Ciara’s Son Officially Takes Wilson Surname in Legal Name Change

Atlanta, GA - September 5, 2025 - In a heartfelt family milestone, Grammy-winning singer Ciara legally added her husband Russell Wilson’s surname to her eldest son’s legal name. Future Zahir Wilburn, born to Ciara and rapper Future, will now officially be known as Future Zahir Wilson.

The announcement came after fans noticed the updated name on Russell Wilson’s recent U.S. Open family photo caption, which read “Mrs. @ciara Wilson, Future Wilson & Sienna Wilson.” Sources confirmed that Ciara, who has full legal custody of her 11-year-old son, filed the paperwork years ago to include “Wilson” alongside Future’s existing surname, Wilburn.

Although an earlier petition in 2019 to rename him “Russell Wilson Jr.” was reportedly denied, this latest change reflects the couple’s commitment to their blended family. Ciara’s decision underscores Russell Wilson’s important role as stepfather, a role he described in a 2024 interview as loving and caring for every child as his own.

Speaking on “I AM ATHLETE,” Wilson said, “When you’re raising children … you’ve got to love every single child as if they’re yours. God gave me that opportunity to raise them and love them and care for them … And there’s no difference [between Future and his siblings].” The legal recognition of the Wilson surname thus formalizes what the family has lived every day - unity, love, and mutual respect.