Which characteristics make up a "weak alias"?

Sanctions and Compliance Domains identify "weak aliases" as variations of names that do not robustly identify an individual. These include:

• Nicknames – informal or shortened versions (“Alex” vs. “Aleksandr”), often used for concealment.

• Names with numbers – identifiers that are easily fabricated and not tied to legitimate naming conventions.

Middle names, titles, or long names are normal cultural variations and not considered weak aliases for screening purposes.