Facebook Display Name Options

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Not a huge fan of facebook, mainly due to the fact that your name is displayed very clearly next to everything you post, and as my name isn't very common, I don't like the idea of having it visually displayed next to every post I make.

So in the past I've come up with so many false names and aliases to conceal my identity, when all I really want to do is have the freedom to post as myself, without the world knowing my real name – like on most other social networks.

So, I'm pretty sure the format for facebook is that you sign up with a First Name, Middle Name and Last Name, and then have the ability to add something like a Nickname or Maiden Name, resulting in your display name being:

Christian Middle Surname (Nickname) for example.

But I was wondering if there was a way to only display a selection of these names:

Christian (Nickname) . Christian Middle

Any ideas if this can be done? If not for your main profile, at least for leaving comments in groups or on pages?

Alternatively can you create an alias for groups and pages? This is especially relevant if your posting in groups that are sensetive.

Best Answer

As stated on the official Facebook help page:

  • The name on your profile should be the name that your friends call you in everyday life. This name should also appear on an ID or document from our ID list.
  • Nicknames can be used as a first or middle name if they're a variation of your authentic name (like Bob instead of Robert).
  • You can also list another name on your account (example: maiden name, nickname, professional name).
  • Profiles are for individual use only. You can create a Page for a business, organization or idea.
  • Pretending to be anything or anyone isn't allowed.

Note: If your name follows our standards and you're still having trouble changing it, find out why.

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