Tzeadim › 2–3 years

Language · Milestone

Says own first name

Most children: 2y 6m–3y

What it is

Answers 'what's your name?'; uses 'I/me/you' mostly right by 3.

Start preparing

1. Use the child's name in songs and photos; 'who is this?' in the mirror.

Sources

• Learn the Signs. Act Early. — milestone checklists (2022 revision) — CDC / American Academy of Pediatrics · checked 30-08-2026

Last reviewed 30-08-2026 · Confidence: high

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