How do I find out the name of a contact in WhatsApp?

How do I find out the name of a contact in WhatsApp - briefly?

To find out the name of a contact in WhatsApp, you can simply open their chat or profile. The name will be displayed at the top of the screen.

To determine the name of a contact in WhatsApp, you can follow these detailed steps:

Open the Conversation: Start by opening WhatsApp and navigating to the conversation with the contact whose name you wish to confirm.
View Contact Details:
- On an iPhone: Tap on the contact's name or photo at the top of the screen to open their profile.
- On an Android device: Tap on the three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner and select "View Contact."
Check Contact Name: In the contact profile, you will see the contact's name displayed prominently at the top of the screen. This is the name associated with their WhatsApp account.
Verify Saved Contacts:
- On an iPhone: Ensure that the contact’s information matches what you have saved in your phonebook. If there are discrepancies, update the contact details in your phone's address book.
- On an Android device: Similarly, compare the name shown in WhatsApp with the name stored in your device's contacts. Adjustments can be made directly from this screen or by navigating to your phone’s contact list.
Use Search Function: If you need to find a specific contact without knowing their exact name, use the search bar at the top of the WhatsApp interface. Type in any known details (such as a partial name or number) and browse through the results to locate the correct contact.
Check Group Members: If the contact is part of a group chat, you can also find their name by:
- Tapping on the group name to open the group info.
- Scrolling through the list of participants to locate and confirm the contact's name.

By following these steps, you should be able to accurately determine the name of any contact in WhatsApp.