Which party must be named in the deed in a way that allows identification?

A grantee must be named in the deed in a way that allows for identification, as this is critical for the transfer of property rights. The grantee is the person or entity receiving the title or interest in the property, and for the deed to be legally effective, it must clearly identify who the new owner is. This identification typically includes the grantee's name, and in some cases, additional details such as an address, to ensure that there is no ambiguity regarding who holds the rights to the property after the transaction is completed.

In contrast, while the grantor (the person transferring the property) must also be identified in the deed, the primary concern here is the clarity regarding the new owner's identity, which is the grantee. Similarly, while trustees and beneficiaries play important roles in the context of trusts, they are generally not necessary parties to be specified in a standard property deed. Thus, the focus on the grantee's identification is paramount for ensuring legal clarity and enforceability of the ownership transfer.