A1noun1K

Name

UK /["/neɪm/"]/US /["/neɪm/"]/

Definition

a word or words that a particular person, animal, place or thing is known by

In simple words: A word that shows who someone is.

Examples

My name is Sarah and I love to read.
He wrote his name on the paper.
The name of the book is 'Harry Potter'.
She has a very unique name.
A name can represent a person's identity.

Usage notes

Use 'name' when talking about someone's personal title or identity. Avoid using it in very formal documents where titles may be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

name + object

Memory hint

Think of 'name' as your personal brand—it's how people recognize you.

Collocations

Christian
first
given
have
bear
carry
appear
sound…
imply something
badge
tag
plate
by name
by the name of
in somebody/something’s name
a change of name
give your name to something
a list of names
big
good
bad
have
become
make
name for
somebody’s name is mud
big
familiar
famous

Synonyms

label
title
designation
moniker
appellation

Antonyms

unknown
anonymous

Common mistakes

Confusing 'name' with 'title', forgetting they are different concepts.
Using 'name' as a verb incorrectly, such as 'I name the car'.
Not capitalizing proper nouns when referring to names.