🇧🇬 Bulgarian phrases

How to Say "My name is" in Bulgarian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Мен ме зоват
"My name is" in Bulgarian · say it like men meh zoh-vaht

The most natural way to say "My name is" in Bulgarian is Мен ме зоват. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Аз съм
more direct and can be used in informal settings
Казвам се
a slightly more formal way to introduce oneself

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new. It is a polite way to introduce yourself. It is appropriate in both formal and informal situations. You can follow it with your name for clarity.

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Examples in Bulgarian

BulgarianEnglish
Мен ме зоват Иван.My name is Ivan.
Мен ме зоват Мария.My name is Maria.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'Аз съм' without adding your name, which can sound abrupt.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Мен ме зоват, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Bulgarian with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

How do I ask someone their name in Bulgarian?

You can ask 'Как се казваш?' which means 'What is your name?'

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