🇮🇸 Icelandic phrases

How to Say "My name is" in Icelandic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ég heiti
"My name is" in Icelandic · say it like yeh hey-tee

The most natural way to say "My name is" in Icelandic is Ég heiti. 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

Ég heiti líka
Use this when introducing yourself in a more casual context.
Mér heitir
This is a slightly more formal way to say it.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when introducing yourself to someone new. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. Just follow it with your name to complete the introduction.

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Examples in Icelandic

IcelandicEnglish
Ég heiti Anna.My name is Anna.
Ég heiti Jón og ég er frá Íslandi.My name is Jón and I am from Iceland.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form, saying 'Ég er heiti' instead of 'Ég heiti'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What do I say if I want to ask someone their name?

You can ask 'Hvað heitir þú?' which means 'What is your name?'

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