can i have your name? vs May i ask your name?

Both phrases are correct and commonly used to ask for someone's name politely. They are interchangeable in most situations, with 'can I have your name?' being slightly more casual and 'may I ask your name?' being slightly more formal.

Last updated: March 24, 2024 • 7722 views

can i have your name?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a polite way to ask for someone's name. It is slightly more casual than 'may I ask your name?' and is suitable for most situations.

Examples:

Can I have your name, please?
Excuse me, can I have your name?
Can I have your name for the reservation?
Sure, you can have my name.
Can I have your name and phone number?

Alternatives:

What is your name?
Could you tell me your name?
May I know your name?
Would you mind sharing your name?
Do you mind telling me your name?

May i ask your name?

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a polite way to ask for someone's name. It is slightly more formal than 'can I have your name?' and is suitable for more formal or professional settings.

Examples:

May I ask your name, please?
Excuse me, may I ask your name?
May I ask your name for the record?
Sure, you may ask my name.
May I ask your name and occupation?

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Sir, may I ask your name?
May I ask your name again?
May I ask your partner's name?
And may I ask what your name is?
May I ask what's your name is?
Didn't I ask your name?
You mind if I ask your name?
You mind if I ask your name?
May I ask the source's name?
May I ask your name, please.
May I be so curious as to ask His name?
Wait! Before we take the lad to task May I be so curious as to ask His name?
Can... Can I ask you for your name?
Why do you ask my name?
You wanted to see me just to ask my name?
Now, who bothers to ask their names?
May I ask how you chose your name, ma'am?
Why'd he ask you what name?
May I ask who you were addressing by that name?
Don't you have to ask the model's name?

Alternatives:

What is your name?
Could you tell me your name?
Can I have your name?
Would you mind sharing your name?
Do you mind telling me your name?

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