username

[ yoo-zer-neym ]

noun

, Computers.

1. Also called login name,. a unique sequence of characters used to identify a user and allow access to a computer system, computer network, or online account.
2. the part of an email address before the @ sign.

username

/ ˈjuːzəˌneɪm /

noun

1. computing a name that someone uses for identification purposes when logging onto a computer, using chatrooms, or as part of his or her e-mail address

Word History and Origins

Origin of username¹

First recorded in 1970–75; user ¹( def ) + name ( def )

Example Sentences

DeepF—ingValueYou might not have heard of the username, but you’ll certainly have heard about the chaos he caused.

From Ozy

You can register on the site with only a username and a password.

From Washington Blade

You go on the internet, you register accounts with ad-supported platforms, and your username isn’t universal.

From TechCrunch

A look at the edits made to the Wikipedia page ascribes the initial change to someone with the username SmithMatt22, which is identical to the Twitter handle of his communications director, Matt Smith.

From Washington Blade

Enter your username and password to access the router’s web interface—if you don’t know what your login information is, look for it on the side of your router or in your manual.

From Popular-Science

The user selects a username and then adds the usernames of friends, acquaintances, or strangers.

From The Daily Beast

When you tap on a username, the app sends a push notification to that user.

From The Daily Beast

Most devices ship with a standard preset username/password pair, which should be reset to a unique key.

From The Daily Beast

Rachelle (going by the username “Rollingonwheelz”): I love her and have no grudge.

From The Daily Beast