WCAG 2.5.3
Level A
Operable
2.5.3 Label in Name
The accessible name of a control contains its visible label text.
What 2.5.3 Label in Name means
Speech-input users can activate a control by speaking its visible label.
How to test
Compare each control's visible text with its accessible name (they must match/contain).
How to meet it
Ensure aria-label/accessible name includes the visible label word-for-word.
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Official reference: Understanding 2.5.3 Label in Name (W3C)
More Operable criteria
2.1.1 Keyboard
2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap
2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold
2.4.1 Bypass Blocks
2.4.2 Page Titled
2.4.3 Focus Order
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context)
2.4.5 Multiple Ways
2.4.6 Headings and Labels
2.4.7 Focus Visible
2.4.11 Focus Not Obscured (Minimum)
2.5.1 Pointer Gestures
2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation
2.5.4 Motion Actuation
2.5.7 Dragging Movements
2.5.8 Target Size (Minimum)