How to say “My name is…” in Welsh
The most common way to say “my name is…” in Welsh. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Fy enw i yw…
In a sentence
English
Hello, my name is…
Welsh
Helo, Fy enw i yw…
Frequently asked
How do you say "My name is…" in Welsh?
"My name is…" in Welsh is "Fy enw i yw…". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Fy enw i yw…" written in Welsh?
"Fy enw i yw…" is the standard written form in Welsh, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Fy enw i yw…" in Welsh?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Fy enw i yw…" 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 "Fy enw i yw…" mean in English?
"Fy enw i yw…" is the Welsh 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 Welsh?
Many languages — including Welsh — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Fy enw i yw…" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Welsh spoken?
Welsh is spoken by an estimated 700,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Welsh dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Welsh dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Fy enw i yw…" or any other Welsh text.