It should be called "state-recognized". The state does not give you name, but it registers it and uses it to recognize you in various situations. Usually the n

It should be called "state-recognized". The state does not give you name, but it registers it and uses it to recognize you in various situations. Usually the name is not enough to identify a person (and fun/disaster ensues when this is attempted) so, usually, more information is needed to identify a person.