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How to Say "What's your name?" in Norwegian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hva heter du?
"What's your name?" in Norwegian 路 say it like vah heh-ter doo

The most natural way to say "What's your name?" in Norwegian is Hva heter du?. 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

Hva er navnet ditt?
More formal way to ask someone's name.
Hvilket navn har du?
Less common, but still understandable.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when meeting someone new. It is a friendly way to ask for their name. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Norwegian

NorwegianEnglish
Hei, hva heter du?Hi, what is your name?
Jeg heter Anna. Hva heter du?My name is Anna. What is your name?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to use 'Hva er ditt navn?' which sounds too formal in casual situations.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it polite to ask someone their name?

Yes, it is generally considered polite to ask for someone's name when you meet them.

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