本名

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: In 本名 (ほんみょう), original 本 and name 名 combine to denote a real name.
• Basic usage: 本名 is one's real name in contrast with a stage name, pen name, or nickname.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Real name versus assumed name
  • 本名では sets a contrastive scope; context determines whether the intended real name is specifically the legal registered name.