Name tag

Name tags may be attached to garments with adhesive or worn with the assistance of a magnet, pin or velcro.

Magnetic backings, which do not puncture clothing with pins, are a popular solution for name tags.

[citation needed] On the other hand, Chinese names may displayed in initials, save for the surname.

During World War II, the United States military began making use of external name tags, in particular on flight clothing and combat uniforms.

Associations of people gathering for conventions, and other events where socialization is encouraged, often wear name tags.

[2] In the United Kingdom and Ireland, iron-on or sticker name tags may be used for children's clothing, to help return items if lost.

A name tag sticker reading "Hello my name is Cait"
General Walter Natynczyk , wearing Canadian Forces CADPAT uniform with cloth name tag. This name tag also has a branch of service insignia (the crossed swords signify the Canadian Army).
Lanyard name tag designed to be worn around the neck