Name tag

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A name tag or name badge is a badge or sticker worn on the outermost clothing as a means of displaying the wearer's name for others to view.

Name tags may be temporary, such as a sticker with the iconic image being the "Hello! My Name Is ________"; or it may be more durable. Temporary ones typically can be handwritten with the wearer's name, or printed. Permanent name tags are usually made of lightweight metal or plastic and may be known as name badges.

Name tags may be attached to garments with adhesive or worn with the assistance of a magnet, pin or velcro. Plastic or metal name tags can be attached to various backings used to attach to the clothing of the wearer. There are many types of name tag backings, including magnetic backings, pins and clips. Magnetic backings, which do not puncture clothing with pins, are a popular solution for name tags. Some name tags are worn around the neck using a lanyard or necklace.

Name tags with magnetic backings may be harmful to people who have pacemakers, as the magnet may interfere with the implant's normal function. It is suggested that people who have pacemakers use pinback backings with their name tags.

Name tags are used by some customer service companies, such as fast food restaurants, so that customers may identify employees by name. Professional employees or representatives of public-facing organizations such as universities, banks, or other companies where employees do not wear uniforms, may wear name tags as a way of distinguishing or identifying the bearer, while allowing the employee to wear daily business wear.