Noname

Noname is a term used to refer to an absence of a stated name as well as a proper noun adopted as a pseudonym or branding. The spelling noname (one word) is common in online usernames and media, while variants such as No Name or NoName appear in branding and artistic contexts. The meaning depends on context, ranging from anonymity to a chosen identity.

In arts and entertainment, Noname is the stage name of a U.S. rapper and poet who rose to prominence in the 2010s. The artist is noted for introspective lyricism and has released multiple projects within the independent music scene. The name is sometimes presented as No Name in certain releases and media coverage, reflecting stylistic variation rather than a fixed identity.

In branding and consumer culture, no-name or No Name is used to signal anonymity or a generic status. Some products or retailers employ the label as a marketing device to emphasize affordability, simplicity, or privacy, while others rely on the concept of a generic, store-brand identity without specifying a particular brand.

In computing and data handling, noname often serves as a placeholder value for unknown or anonymized names, or as a temporary identifier in datasets, logs, or software. It can help maintain structure when a name is not yet available or must be concealed for privacy reasons.

See also No-name brand, No Name (disambiguation), Anonymous.