How should people with only one name fill mandatory first name and last name fields?
07:58 27 May 2026

In some applications, websites, and certificate forms, both first name and last name fields are mandatory. However, I officially have only a single name in all my documents.

What is the correct and commonly accepted way to fill the last name field in such cases?

Should I:

  • Leave it blank

  • Repeat the same name

  • Use "NA"

  • Use a dot (.)

I want to avoid issues in certificates and official records later.

Thank you in advance for your help.

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