What does it mean to believe on His name?

To believe on His name is to accept and rely on the person and work of Jesus Christ as the sole basis for our salvation and acceptance with God. John 1:12 states that those who believe in His name are given the right to become children of God. This belief encompasses trusting in His essential attributes—His justice, mercy, and faithfulness. When we believe on His name, we acknowledge that our salvation is rooted not in our righteousness, but in Christ’s righteousness, which He imparts to us. It signifies a reliance on His finished work and an understanding that God’s grace is extended for His name's sake, as seen in Ephesians 4:32 where God forgives for Christ’s sake.