How to Smart Column Splitter
- 1Upload your CSV file with a full name column
- 2Select the column containing names
- 3Download CSV with separate first/last name columns
Smart Split Names - Separate Full Names into First and Last
Split full names into first name and last name columns. Free name splitter. Handle middle names, prefixes, suffixes. 100% private processing.
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Smart Column Splitter
Split full names into Title, First, Middle, Last, Suffix.
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Why Use This Tool?
- ✓Intelligent Parsing - Handles complex name formats
- ✓Multiple Formats - "John Doe", "Doe, John", "John Q. Doe"
- ✓Prefixes & Suffixes - Recognizes Dr., Jr., III, etc.
- ✓Middle Names - Properly identifies middle names
- ✓Clean Output - Adds first_name, last_name columns
Frequently Asked Questions
What name formats are supported?
The tool handles "First Last", "Last, First", "First Middle Last", and names with prefixes (Dr., Mr.) or suffixes (Jr., III, PhD).
What about single names?
Single names (like "Madonna") are placed in the first name column, with last name left empty.
Are original columns preserved?
Yes! The original full name column is kept, and new first_name and last_name columns are added.