Title vs. Name: Know the Difference
By Shumaila Saeed || Updated on December 25, 2023
"A title is a formal designation or honorific used before a name or as a job position, while a name is a term used for identification of a person, place, or thing."
Key Differences
A title is used to signify respect, qualification, or position, often preceding a name. A name, on the other hand, is a specific identifier for individuals, places, or things.
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Titles vary from formal honorifics (e.g., Dr., Mr., Mrs.) to job positions (e.g., CEO, Manager). Names are unique identifiers like personal names (e.g., John, Maria), place names (e.g., Paris, Everest), or object names (e.g., Titanic, Everest).
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Titles often reflect cultural, social, or professional status and can change over time or with career progression. Names usually remain constant throughout a person's life and are chosen for personal or cultural reasons.
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Titles may have legal implications, especially in professional or academic contexts. Names are legally recognized identifiers, crucial for personal identity and documentation.
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Titles can be adopted or dropped based on circumstances and are sometimes self-assigned. Names, while sometimes changeable, are generally more consistent and often legally recorded.
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Comparison Chart
Function
Signifies position, honor, or qualification
Specific identifier for individuals, places, or things
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Cultural Significance
Reflects status, can change over time
Chosen for personal or cultural reasons, usually constant
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Flexibility
Can change or be self-assigned
Generally consistent, but can be legally changed
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Title and Name Definitions
Title
Heading of a book, article, or work
The title of her latest novel is captivating.
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Title
Formal term for a position or job
She was promoted to the title of Manager.
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Name
A word or words by which an entity is designated and distinguished from others.
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Name
A word or group of words used to describe or evaluate, often disparagingly
Don't call me names.
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Title
Competitive achievement or award
He won the world champion title last year.
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Name
Representation or repute, as opposed to reality
A democracy in name, a police state in fact.
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Title
An identifying name given to a book, play, film, musical composition, or other work.
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Title
A written work that is published or about to be published
The titles in the publisher's fall catalog.
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Name
An illustrious or outstanding person
Joined several famous names for a photograph.
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Title
A division of a legal code, generally consisting of multiple related statutes.
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Title
Often titles Written material to be read by viewers that is included in a film or television show, typically presenting credits, narration, or dialogue.
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A written piece of translated dialogue superimposed at the bottom of the frame during a film; a subtitle.
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Title
A formal appellation attached to the name of a person as a sign of office, rank, profession, or hereditary privilege.
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Title
A descriptive name; an epithet
The dubious title of the worst bowler in the league.
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Title
A right or claim, or the basis of a right or claim
"The weight of a fish is commonly its only title to fame" (Henry David Thoreau).
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Name
Any nounal word or phrase which indicates a particular person, place, class, or thing.
I've never liked the name my parents gave me so I changed it at the age of twenty.
What's your name?
Puddintane. Ask me again and I'll tell you the same.
Puddintane. Ask me again and I'll tell you the same.
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Title
The aggregate evidence that gives rise to a legal right of possession or control.
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A source of income or area of work required of a candidate for ordination in the Church of England.
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A Roman Catholic church in or near Rome having a cardinal for its nominal head.
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Title
An appellation given to a person or family to signify either veneration, official position, social rank, the possession of assets or properties, or a professional or academic qualification. See also :Category:Titles
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Title
(property law) Legal right to ownership of a property; a deed or other certificate proving this.
A good title to an estate, or an imperfect title
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Any of several types of true yam (Dioscorea) used in Caribbean Spanish cooking.
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Name
(ditransitive) To give a name to.
One visitor named Hou Yugang said he was not too concerned about climate change and Baishui’s melting.
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Name
(transitive) To mention, specify.
He named his demands.
You name it!
You have to pot the ball in the pocket you've named.
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Title
The name of a book, film, musical piece, painting, or other work of art.
I know the singer's name, but not the title of the song.
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Title
A publication.
The retailer carries thousands of titles.
Buyers of the new video game console can choose from three bundled titles.
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Name
(transitive) To publicly implicate by name.
The painter was named as an accomplice.
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Name
To disclose the name of.
Police are not naming the suspect as he is a minor.
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Title
A written title, credit, or caption shown with a film, video, or performance.
The titles scrolled by too quickly to read.
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Name
(transitive) To designate for a role.
My neighbor was named to the steering committee.
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Title
(bookbinding) The panel for the name, between the bands of the back of a book.
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Name
To initiate a process to temporarily remove a member of parliament who is breaking the rules of conduct.
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Title
The subject of a writing; a short phrase that summarizes the entire topic.
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Name
The title by which any person or thing is known or designated; a distinctive specific appellation, whether of an individual or a class.
Whatsoever Adam called every living creature, that was the name thereof.
What's in a name? That which we call a roseBy any other name would smell as sweet.
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Name
A descriptive or qualifying appellation given to a person or thing, on account of a character or acts.
His name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
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Title
(sports) The recognition given to the winner of a championship in sports.
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Name
Reputed character; reputation, good or bad; estimation; fame; especially, illustrious character or fame; honorable estimation; distinction.
What men of name resort to him?
Far above . . . every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come.
I will get me a name and honor in the kingdom.
He hath brought up an evil name upon a virgin.
The king's army . . . had left no good name behind.
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Name
Those of a certain name; a race; a family.
The ministers of the republic, mortal enemies of his name, came every day to pay their feigned civilities.
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Name
To give a distinctive name or appellation to; to entitle; to denominate; to style; to call.
She named the child Ichabod.
Thus was the building leftRidiculous, and the work Confusion named.
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Title
An inscription put over or upon anything as a name by which it is known.
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Name
To mention by name; to utter or publish the name of; to refer to by distinctive title; to mention.
None named thee but to praise.
Old Yew, which graspest at the stonesThat name the underlying dead.
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Title
The inscription in the beginning of a book, usually containing the subject of the work, the author's and publisher's names, the date, etc.
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Name
To designate by name or specifically for any purpose; to nominate; to specify; to appoint; as, to name a day for the wedding; to name someone as ambassador.
Whom late you have named for consul.
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Name
To designate (a member) by name, as the Speaker does by way of reprimand.
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Title
A section or division of a subject, as of a law, a book, specif. (Roman & Canon Laws), a chapter or division of a law book.
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Name
A language unit by which a person or thing is known;
His name really is George Washington
Those are two names for the same thing
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Title
An appellation of dignity, distinction, or preëminence (hereditary or acquired), given to persons, as duke marquis, honorable, esquire, etc.
With his former title greet Macbeth.
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Title
That which constitutes a just cause of exclusive possession; that which is the foundation of ownership of property, real or personal; a right; as, a good title to an estate, or an imperfect title.
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Name
A well-known or notable person;
They studied all the great names in the history of France
She is an important figure in modern music
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Name
Family based on male descent;
He had no sons and there was no one to carry on his name
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Title
To call by a title; to name; to entitle.
Hadrian, having quieted the island, took it for honor to be titled on his coin, "The Restorer of Britain."
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Name
A defamatory or abusive word or phrase;
Sticks and stones may break my bones but names can never hurt me
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Title
A heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with;
Title 8 provided federal help for schools
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Name
Assign a specified, proper name to;
They named their son David
The new school was named after the famous Civil Rights leader
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Title
The name of a work of art or literary composition etc.;
He looked for books with the word `jazz' in the title
He refused to give titles to his paintings
I can never remember movie titles
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Name
Give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property;
Many senators were named in connection with the scandal
The almanac identifies the auspicious months
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Title
A general or descriptive heading for a section of a written work;
The novel had chapter titles
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Name
Charge with a function; charge to be;
She was named Head of the Committee
She was made president of the club
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Title
A legal document signed and sealed and delivered to effect a transfer of property and to show the legal right to possess it;
He signed the deed
He kept the title to his car in the glove compartment
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Title
An identifying appellation signifying status or function: e.g. Mr. or General;
The professor didn't like his friends to use his formal title
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Title
An established or recognized right;
A strong legal claim to the property
He had no documents confirming his title to his father's estate
He staked his claim
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Name
Make reference to;
His name was mentioned in connection with the invention
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Title
(usually plural) written material introduced into a movie or TV show to give credits or represent dialogue or explain an action;
The titles go by faster than I can read
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Name
Give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of;
List the states west of the Mississippi
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Title
An appellation signifying nobility;
`your majesty' is the appropriate title to use in addressing a king
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Name
Determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
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Title
An informal right to something;
His claim on her attentions
His title to fame
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Title
Designate by an identifying term;
They styled their nation `The Confederate States'
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Name
Specific term used in reference or address
What's the name of your new pet?
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Repeatedly Asked Queries
How is a title used in professional settings?
In professional settings, titles denote a person's role or position, like 'Manager' or 'Professor.'
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What is the primary difference between a title and a name?
A title is an official designation or a descriptive phrase, while a name is a specific term used to identify a person, place, or thing.
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Can a title also be a name?
Yes, in some contexts, a title can serve as a name, like 'Doctor' used as a form of address.
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Can names change over time?
Yes, names can change, such as when people adopt a spouse’s surname or legally change their name.
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What is the significance of names in different cultures?
Names can have cultural significance, reflecting heritage, family history, or societal values.
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Are titles gender-specific?
Some titles are gender-specific, like 'Mr.' or 'Mrs.,' but many modern titles are gender-neutral.
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Are titles always formal?
Titles are often formal, but they can also be informal or honorary, like nicknames.
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Is a name always unique?
No, names are not always unique; many people or places can share the same name.
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How do titles impact social perception?
Titles can influence how individuals are perceived, often indicating status, expertise, or respect.
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Can a place have multiple names?
Yes, a place can have multiple names, often due to different languages, historical changes, or cultural variations.
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Can names have meanings?
Yes, many names have specific meanings or historical origins.
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Can animals have names?
Yes, animals can be given names, especially pets and certain individual animals in research or zoos.
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Can a title be self-assigned?
Yes, some titles can be self-assigned, especially in creative or informal contexts.
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Are titles used in all languages and cultures?
Most cultures and languages use titles, but their forms and implications vary widely.
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How do titles affect communication in a hierarchical organization?
Titles can define communication protocols and hierarchies in organizations, indicating who reports to whom.
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Is it important to use titles correctly in formal communication?
Yes, using titles correctly in formal communication is important for showing respect and understanding social etiquette.
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Can a name be trademarked?
Yes, names can be trademarked if they represent a brand or specific commercial product.
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Is it necessary for every individual to have a title?
No, it’s not necessary for everyone to have a title; it depends on social context and personal choice.
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How important is a title in academic writing?
In academic writing, titles are crucial for denoting the author's qualifications and the context of the work.
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Are there legal restrictions on names?
In some jurisdictions, there are legal restrictions on what can be registered as a name.
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