Name patches
Custom Name Patches and Name Tapes
Name patches help customers and colleagues put a name to a face. They are standard on mechanic shirts, service uniforms, medical scrubs, flight suits and team jackets.
You can order a single design with different names: for example, 40 oval patches in the same colors and font, each with a different employee name. Simply provide a list of names when you request your quote. Optional second lines can show a title, department or certification.
Popular formats include:
- Oval name patches with script lettering — the classic workwear style
- Rectangular name patches with block lettering for professional uniforms
- Name tapes — long, narrow strips used above pockets on tactical and duty uniforms
- Hook-and-loop name patches that move between jackets and plate carriers
Fonts and readability
Script fonts look friendly but should stay a bit larger for clarity. Block fonts are easier to read at a distance. We will suggest a size and font that stays legible for your longest name.
Why choose name patches
- Each patch can carry a different name
- Classic oval, rectangle and name-tape formats
- Optional second line for titles
- Hook-and-loop versions for tactical gear
Recommended applications
- Mechanic and service technician shirts
- Restaurant, hospitality and retail staff
- Medical and EMS uniforms
- Pilot and flight suit name tags
- Team and club jackets
Materials
Embroidered polyester thread on twill or woven polyester, with merrowed or heat-cut edges.
Size guidance
Oval and rectangle name patches are commonly 3.5 × 2 inches or 4 × 2 inches. Name tapes are usually 1 × 4 to 1 × 5 inches. Long names may need a slightly wider patch to keep letters at a readable height.
Quantities & pricing
The minimum is 10 patches per design. Different names in the same design count toward the same order, so a team of 10 people with 10 different names meets the minimum.
Artwork recommendations
Provide your name list in a spreadsheet or plain list, with exact spelling and capitalization. Choose one font for the whole order and tell us if any names need a second line.
Simple process
How to order name patches
- 1
Share your idea
Send your logo, a sketch or just a description. Tell us the size, quantity and where the patch will be worn.
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Get your free quote
We recommend the right patch style, backing and border, then send clear pricing — usually within one business day.
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Approve a digital proof
Our artists prepare a detailed proof showing colors, thread and size. Nothing is produced until you approve it.
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Production & delivery
Your patches are made, inspected and shipped to your door anywhere in the United States.
Examples
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FAQ
Name patch FAQs
Can each patch have a different name?
Yes. Order one design and send a list of names. Each patch in the same design can be personalized, and all names count toward the 10-piece minimum.
What font should I use for name patches?
Block fonts are easiest to read at a distance; script fonts give a friendly, classic look. We will recommend a size that keeps your longest name legible.
Can I add a title under the name?
Yes. A second line with a title, role or department is a common option. Keep it short so both lines stay readable.
Ready to order name patches?
Tell us about your design and get a free, no-obligation quote. Minimum order is just 10 patches per design.