Originally Posted by HigherFlyer
This would probably be seen as deceptive (ie trying to disguise your identity) and only get you in deeper on the list. Better would be to add a middle name, like 'Higher not-a-terrorist Flyer' or Higher Talk-to-my-lawyer Flyer, or Higher TSA-are-clowns Flyer
True, except it is easier for women than for men to change their last name or change its spelling and it would not be perceived as deceptive.
The middle name approach is less likely to set up a flag but it's also likely to not work as intended as often.