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W3C Personal names around the world
Explains global differences in personal-name structure, order, length, scripts, patronymics, multiple family names, single names, nicknames, titles, previous names, pronunciation, native-script and Latin transcription needs, and the risks of splitting or algorithmically parsing names.
Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name entry | Choose name entry when the product must capture a person's name for identification, correspondence, display, official records, booking, payment, verification, support, or relationship handling. | Users can type, paste, autofill, edit, select, undo, and correct names through native text behavior. | W3C supports global-name variation, native scripts, single names, multiple family names, different order, transcription, preferred address, and caution around splitting or parsing names. |
Evidence Role
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Publisher: W3C Internationalization. Last checked: .