How to say “My name is…” in Irish
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Irish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Is ainm dom…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Irish
Dia duit, Is ainm dom…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Irish?
"My name is…" in Irish is "Is ainm dom…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Is ainm dom…" written in Irish?
"Is ainm dom…" is the standard written form in Irish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Is ainm dom…" in Irish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Is ainm dom…" 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 "Is ainm dom…" mean in English?
"Is ainm dom…" is the Irish 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 Irish?
Many languages — including Irish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Is ainm dom…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Irish spoken?
Irish is spoken by an estimated 170,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Irish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Irish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Is ainm dom…" or any other Irish text.