How to say “My name is…” in Dutch
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Dutch. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Mijn naam is…
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English
Hello, my name is…
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Hallo, Mijn naam is…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Dutch?
"My name is…" in Dutch is "Mijn naam is…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Mijn naam is…" written in Dutch?
"Mijn naam is…" is the standard written form in Dutch, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Mijn naam is…" in Dutch?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Mijn naam is…" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Mijn naam is…" mean in English?
"Mijn naam is…" is the Dutch way of saying "My name is…" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "My name is…" in Dutch?
Many languages — including Dutch — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Mijn naam is…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Dutch spoken?
Dutch is spoken by an estimated 25 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Dutch dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Dutch dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Mijn naam is…" or any other Dutch text.