🇻🇳 Vietnamese phrases

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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bạn tên gì?
"What's your name?" in Vietnamese · say it like bahn ten zee

The most natural way to say "What's your name?" in Vietnamese is Bạn tên gì?. 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

Tên bạn là gì?
A slightly more formal way to ask.
Bạn gọi là gì?
A casual way to ask, often used among friends.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to introduce yourself or get to know someone. It is a polite and friendly way to ask for someone's name. This phrase is suitable in both formal and informal settings.

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Examples in Vietnamese

VietnameseEnglish
Xin chào, bạn tên gì?Hello, what is your name?
Tôi là Minh, bạn tên gì?I am Minh, what is your name?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use 'bạn' which makes the question sound too direct.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Can I ask this to someone older?

Yes, it's polite enough to use with older people.

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