an incorrect or unsuitable name
a misleading name, often idiomatic
an error in the name of a person, place, or thing
an improper use or a misuse of a name
an incorrect or misleading name for a thing
An error regarding a name.
mistake in a person's name for identification purposes
A misnomer is a term which suggests an interpretation known not to be true. Such terms are sometimes considered incorrect on the assumption that the correct meaning of a term is that suggested by its form or origin. However, one could make similar claims about practically any term.