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Simple English definitions for legal terms
full name
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A quick definition of full name:
A full name is the name that identifies a person and distinguishes them from others. It includes their personal name, middle name or initial (if any), and surname arranged in a customary order. In some cultures, the surname comes first, followed by one or more personal names. A legal name is the name recognized by law, which can be acquired at birth or through a court order. A nickname is a name given to a person as a term of endearment or familiarity. A tradename is a name used to identify a business or product.
A more thorough explanation:
A full name is a word or phrase that identifies a person or thing and distinguishes them from others. It includes an individual's personal name, middle names or initials (if any), and surname arranged in a customary order. In Western cultures, the traditional order is usually personal name, middle names or initials, and surname. In many other cultures, the order is surname first, followed by one or more personal names.
- John Smith
- Mary Elizabeth Johnson
- Carlos Antonio Rodriguez Gomez
These examples illustrate how a full name includes an individual's personal name, middle names or initials (if any), and surname arranged in a customary order.