Yes, it is uncommon for a man to take his wife's last name.
According to a 2023 Pew Research survey, it's much more common for women to take their husband's last name than the other way around. Here's a breakdown:
Gender | Takes Spouse's Last Name |
---|---|
Women | ~80% |
Men | ~5% |
This data clearly indicates that men taking their wife's last name is a relatively rare occurrence.