We are still unable to use anvils to name nametags. I have reported this bug before and it said that it was resolved but obviously has not yet been resolved.
MCPE-145062
Unable to Name Things Using Anvil
Resolved
Duplicate
1
Austin Shopinski
(Unassigned)
Unconfirmed
Multiple
1.17.34
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