5 Ways To Say My Name Is In Spanish: From Me Llamo To Mi Nombre With Examples

‘My name is’ is one of the first things you learn in any language you’re planning to conquer.

Spring Spanish (a project of which I’m a co-founder of) filmed a video lesson about 9 different ways you can introduce yourself in Spanish. Juan, one of the teachers will tell you everything you need to know about Spanish introductions:

In this blog post, we’ll explain 5 common ways to say my name is in Spanish, and we’ll effortlessly explain other useful vocabulary for introducing yourself, and ultimately, share some tips about how you could get others to introduce themselves. 

1. The most common ways to say my name is in Spanish

We already shared the 5 most common ways to say my name is in Spanish, but that might not be the full story. When to use which? And where?

In the next 5 short sections, we’ll explain them thoroughly and even share some useful Spanish conversations, so you can see all of these fantastic common Spanish phrases and expression in context.

Me llamo (I call myself)

The expression “me llamo” is the most common way to introduce yourself in Spanish.

It literally translates to “I call myself.”, but it’s basically used as ‘my name is in Spanish’.

You can use it in both casual and formal situations

Like, let’s say, if you’re meeting someone for the first time at a party or a business meeting, saying “Me llamo  and then stating your name, is perfectly appropriate.

If you’re unsure what to say, this is your go-to choice for most introductions:

Ana: ¡Hola! Me llamo Ana! (Hi! I call myself Ana!)
Luis: Mucho gusto, Ana. Yo me llamo Luis. (Nice to meet you, Ana. I call myself Luis.)

Soy (I am)

Another simple and effective way to introduce yourself is by using “soy,” which means “I am.”

This is a bit more direct than “me llamo” but it can also be used in both informal and formal contexts.

For example, at a job interview, you might say, “Soy [your name],” which makes it into a confident way to present yourself.

Keep in mind that this expression is also used to describe your profession or identity, so it’s quite the way!

Take a look:

Clara: ¡Hola! Soy Clara, la nueva asistente. (Hi! I am Clara, the new assistant.)
Javier: Encantado, Clara. Soy Javier, el gerente del equipo. (Nice to meet you, Clara. I am Javier, the team manager.)

Mi nombre es (My name is)

“Mi nombre es” translates to “my name is,” and it’s a classic way to introduce yourself.

This phrase is slightly more formal than “me llamo,” so it’s great for professional settings or when you want to sound a bit more polished.

You can use it when meeting a new colleague, a teacher, or someone you want to show a bit of respect to:

Esteban: Hola, mi nombre es Esteban. (Hello, my name is Esteban.)
Sofía: Mucho gusto, Esteban. Mi nombre es Sofía. (Nice to meet you, Esteban. My name is Sofía.)

Me conocen como (They know me as)

If you have a nickname or a name that people often use instead of your actual name, “me conocen como” is the way to go.

This expression literally means “they know me as.”

It’s actually great for casual conversation with friends or closer acquaintances. If your friends call you by a Spanish nickname, you can say it when you’re meeting someone new from a friend group.

It definitely empowers you with a personal touch, like here:

Pedro: Hola, soy Pedro. (Hi, I am Pedro.)
Lucía: ¿Cómo te conocen? (How do they know you?)
Pedro: Me conocen como ‘El Chef’. (They know me as ‘The Chef.’)

Mi apodo es (My nickname is)

Finally, “mi apodo es” means “my nickname is.”

This is also a more straightforward way to share your nickname, and it works well in informal settings.

If you’re hanging out with friends, this expression will help others get to know you better. It’s a fun way to break the ice, and start a small talk in Spanish:

Marisol: ¡Hola! Mi apodo es ‘La Artista’. (Hi! My nickname is ‘The Artist.’)
Andrés: ¡Qué genial! Mi apodo es ‘El Viajero’. (How cool! My nickname is ‘The Traveler.’)

2. How to ask someone: what’s your name? in Spanish

Now you know how to introduce yourself by saying my name is in Spanish in at least 5 different ways. But the question is: how do you ask some what is their name?

Asking someone their name is a fundamental part of any conversation.

Again, there are a few different ways you can phrase these Spanish question. It all depends on the level of formality. Let’s check them!

Here are some common expressions:

¿Cómo te llamas? (What is your name?)

This is the most common and straightforward way to ask someone their name in an informal setting. You can use it with friends, peers, or anyone you’re comfortable with.

¿Cuál es tu nombre? (What is your name?)

This expression is slightly more direct and can be used in informal and formal situations.

It’s a good choice when you want to keep things simple and clear, especially when speaking with someone you don’t know well.

¿Cómo se llama? (What is their name?)

If you want to ask about someone else’s name, you can use this phrase.

This is more formal and is often used when speaking to someone you don’t know well or in a business Spanish context.

3. Words and phrases to introduce others in Spanish

And in these business meetings, you might have to introduce others in Spanish, too.

This can be done in different ways: in a friendly way, a straightforward way, formally or informally.

Here are some common phrases and expressions you can use:

Introducing someone in Spanish informally 

When you’re introducing a friend or someone you know well, you can use the following expressions:

These expressions work well in casual settings.

Introducing someone in Spanish formally

In formal situations, you might want to be a bit more polite.

Here’s how you can do it:

These phrases all express respect and are good for introducing colleagues, clients, or people you don’t know very well.

Check these real-life examples:

1. At a party with friends:
   • Te presento a mi amigo, Javier. (I introduce you to my friend, Javier.)
   • Este es mi amigo, Carlos. (This is my friend, Carlos.)
2. At a business meeting:
   • Permíteme presentarte a la directora, Ana. (Allow me to introduce you to the director, Ana.)
   • Es un placer presentarte a nuestro nuevo colega, Luis. (It’s a pleasure to introduce you to our new colleague, Luis.)

4. Useful vocabulary for saying your name in Spanish

What do you reply to these expressions?

From nice to meet you to asking for the correct spelling of a name, we share everything in this table:

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