# Common Name

## Full Formal Attribute Name

gfipm:2.0:user:CommonName

## Abbreviated Formal Attribute Name

CommonName

## Definition

The user's common name, which comprises the user's first name and last name, separated by a space. The common name is typically how individuals are referred to conversationally, e.g. "John Smith". The common name is not guaranteed to be unique across the federation or even within a federation member agency.

## Data Type

Text

## Metadata Version

2.0

## Usage Information

None Provided

## Example Content

None Provided

## NIEM Xpath

N/A

## NIEM Definition

N/A

## Source

GFIPM Metadata Straw Man

## Misc. Notes

None Provided