Ever wondered how your name would look written in Greek letters? Type it below and see it instantly, with a letter-by-letter guide to how each one sounds. You can copy the result or download it as an image to share.
Your name in Greek
In capital letters
This is an approximation. Small accent marks are not shown on the lowercase version. For a tattoo, a gift or anything permanent, please check the spelling with a Greek speaker.
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Letter by letter
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How to use this tool
Type your name using the letters A to Z (accents are fine). The Greek version appears as you type, so there is no button to press. Choose "By sound" to get the way a Greek speaker would write and pronounce your name, or "Letter for letter" if you prefer each Latin letter swapped for its closest Greek one. Then use "Copy the name" or save it as an image, sized for a Facebook post or for Stories.
Why Greek names don't always match one to one
Greek and English don't share the same sounds. Greek has no letter for "b", "d" or "g" as in English, so these are written with letter pairs: μπ for b, ντ for d and γκ for g. English "j" becomes τζ, and "sh" is simply σ. That is why a name can look very different once it is written in Greek. If you choose "Letter for letter", each Latin letter is swapped for its closest Greek twin instead (b becomes Β, d becomes Δ, g becomes Γ). It looks closer to your name, but a Greek speaker would read it differently.
The Greek alphabet at a glance
The Greek alphabet has 24 letters. The tool shows the ones used in your name, with pronunciation. Many of them will look familiar if you have ever read a math or science textbook: alpha (Α), beta (Β), gamma (Γ), delta (Δ), pi (Π), sigma (Σ), omega (Ω).
Frequently asked questions
Is this the official Greek spelling of my name?
No. It is a close approximation based on sound. Many names have a traditional Greek form that differs from a simple conversion (John is Γιάννης, George is Γιώργος). Greek also uses accent marks on stressed vowels, which this tool leaves out.
Can I use it for a tattoo?
We strongly recommend checking the result with a native Greek speaker before anything permanent.
Why does the last letter sometimes change?
In Greek, the letter sigma is written ς at the end of a word and σ everywhere else. The tool applies this rule automatically.
Can I type a name that is already in Greek?
This tool works in one direction only, from Latin letters to Greek.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free. Download the image and share it with whoever you like.
Curious about the culture behind the language? Start with Markos Vamvakaris, the Patriarch of Rebetiko or discover how the bouzouki went from prison to concert halls. And if you enjoyed this, our free Sunday Letter brings Greek stories to your inbox every week.