Historical names
Name History from the Public Register
Historical names retrieves the candidate's complete name history from the Public Register. You get an overview of all current and previous names. A simple way to ensure the identity profile is complete.
Why it matters
Why check name history?
A background check is only as good as the data it's based on. Information registered under a previous name can be overlooked — not because someone is hiding something, but because systems don't automatically link them together. With Historical names, you get a complete picture of the candidate, not just a snapshot based on the name they provide today. It reduces the risk of important information being missed and strengthens the quality of the rest of the background check.
- Complete name history
All registered names, both current and historical, with dates for when they were valid.
- Foundation for other checks
Previous names are used to verify employment history, education and other information across the candidate's lifetime.
- Verifiable audit trail
The lookup is logged with timestamp and source, ready for internal audit and documentation requirements.
How it works
Invitation sent: The candidate receives a secure digital invitation via email.
Consent and identification: The candidate consents to the lookup and identifies themselves via BankID.
Automatic lookup: We retrieve all registered names with their corresponding validity dates.
Report ready: You receive a consolidated overview of the candidate's name history.
What's included
What we check
- All current and previous legal names
- Validity date for each name
- Direct lookup in the Public Register
- In line with GDPR, always with consent
Why it works
What you actually get out of it
Complete identity profile
When you know all the names a candidate has used, you can check their history and references without important information falling through the cracks. This gives you a more secure foundation for your hiring decision.
Prevent fraud via name change
Changing names can be used to hide previous history. By retrieving the name history directly from the Public Register, you ensure nothing slips under the radar.
A natural addition to identity verification
The check is a logical step after identity verification and strengthens the quality of all further verifications in the background check.
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