.name domains

The .name domain is one of the original extensions created specifically for individuals, made for personal websites, portfolios, email, and online identities. A .name address lets a person claim their own name online in a way that reads as personal rather than corporate, which suits professionals, freelancers, and anyone building an individual presence. Because it was designed for people rather than businesses, it carries a distinct, human character. Registration is open to anyone worldwide with no restrictions and follows standard yearly terms. It is a natural fit for a personal brand, a resume site, or a memorable personal email address. For an individual who wants a domain that is about them specifically, rather than a company or product, ending the address in .name puts personal identity at the center and gives a person a fitting home for their own name on the web.

.name domain details

Type	Generic Top-Level Domain
Registry	Verisign Namestore
Registration	$9.99/yr
Renewal	$9.99/yr
WHOIS privacy	Free
DNSSEC	Supported
Registration period	1 to 10 years

Register .name domains with an AI agent

OSIR is an AI-native registrar. Every .name domain can be registered, renewed, and managed through natural language using Claude, ChatGPT, or any agent that supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Frequently asked questions

How do I register a .name domain?: Search for the .name name you want, confirm it is available, and complete checkout - or ask an MCP-compatible AI assistant to do it for you. Registration through OSIR starts at $9.99/yr and includes free WHOIS privacy, DNSSEC, and anycast DNS.
Can I register a .name domain with Claude or ChatGPT?: Yes. OSIR supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with 87 tools, so any MCP-compatible AI assistant - including Claude Desktop, Cursor, and Copilot - can search, register, and manage .name domains on your behalf.
What is included with a .name domain registration?: Every .name domain registered through OSIR includes anycast DNS, DNSSEC support, free WHOIS privacy protection, registrar lock, and full API and MCP access. Registration starts at $9.99/yr.
How much does it cost to renew a .name domain?: .name renewal is $9.99/yr through OSIR. Prices include ICANN fees and a 3% or $0.30 processing fee (whichever is greater). There are no hidden fees.