Why Naruto Is Not Namikaze?

The three main reasons for Hiruzen giving Naruto his mother's surname Uzumaki were to protect the village, Naruto, and the kyuubi. Like the other posts stated, giving him the name Namikaze will make him a target for his father's enemies.

Why is Boruto not Namikaze?

The reason why Naruto's last name is not Namikaze but instead Uzumaki is because Minato, Naruto's dad believed that if he named his son after him then it'll only lead him to great danger as he is the fourth hokage at this time. It would accomplish absolutely nothing.

Is Naruto related to the Namikaze clan?

Naruto Uzumaki and Minako Uzumaki are descendants of the Namikaze clan through their father, Minato Namikaze.