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Do you want to know how to write your name in Thai?

We’ll be honest with you—one of the questions we get asked the most on ThaiPod101 is on — yes, you guessed it — names. The most frequently asked questions include:

  • “How do you write an English name in Thai?”
  • “Is it possible to make a nickname up and ask native Thai speakers to use it?”
  • “Are there any Thai names that sound like English names?”

For those who want to have their name in Thai, we have made it simple for you to write your name today. Yes, today! This post is your one-stop guide regarding Thai names!
 

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  • Write your name in the English alphabet. Our Thai teachers might not speak your language :’(
  • If your name is pronounced differently from the spelling, please let us know the pronunciation.

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1. How to Write Your Name in Thai

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Thai people use the Thai alphabet to write English names. To write your English name in Thai, first you need to know the basics of the alphabet.

The easiest way is to find a Thai letter that corresponds to the pronunciation of your Thai name. For example, if your name is “Maya,” you can use the letter ม for “m,” า for “a,” ย for “y” and า for “a.” You just need to put them together and write มายา for “Maya.”

Thai Alphabet Letters

Here are some English names in Thai.

  • Noah (โนอาห์)
  • Jacob (จาค็อบ)
  • Michael (ไมเคิล)
  • Daniel (แดเนียล)
  • Sandra (แซนดร้า)
  • George (จอร์จ)
  • Thomas (โทมัส)
  • Kimberly (คิมเบอร์ลี)

If you cannot find your name on this list or want to make your name in Thai by yourself, here’s our video series for you. Check out Thai Alphabet Made Easy and learn how to write the Thai characters for your English name.

This will help you learn the Thai alphabet and start writing your name in Thai by yourself!

 

2. How to Make Up Your Thai Nickname

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How to Make Up Your Thai Name
 

If you want to have your own Thai name that sounds like a typical name that any native speaker could read and understand without problems, don’t worry.

Here’s a list of Thai names hand-picked by our team. Pick the one that you like and use it as your Thai name.

 

B. Thai Female Names

  • วิราภรณ์ (Viraporn)
  • สุภาณี (Supanee)
  • พิม (Pim)
  • ฟ้า (Fáa)
  • แพร (Phraae)
  • น้ำฝน (Nám phŏn)
  • มายด์ (Maai)
  • โบว์ (Bow)

B. Thai Male Names

  • ก้อง (Gong)
  • โก้ (Go)
  • วิน (Win)
  • เอ็ม (Em)
  • นนท์ (Non)
  • ไอติม (Ai-dtim)
  • ป๋อง (Pong)
  • สิน (Sin)

 

3. Related Lessons

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Writing Series
 
In this video series, you will learn the Thai alphabet. We will teach you how to write them using simple steps, showing you the correct stroke order, helpful tricks for memorization, and proper usage in common Thai words. If you want to get started reading and writing Thai, this is THE place to start.

 

Introduction to Thai
 
Want to learn Thai? Don’t know where to start? This is it. The Introduction to Thai series is perfect for those who know zero Thai but want to take that first step. In this series, you’ll learn all about the Thai language, as well as grammar, writing and phrases to get you started.

 

Thai Pronunciation Guide
 
Ready to sound like a native Thai speaker? Join us in the Ultimate Thai Pronunciation Series! You’ll learn the ins and outs of perfect Thai pronunciation. You’ll learn the common mistakes learners make, how to avoid them, and the nuances that only native speakers are aware of.

 

Thai in 3 Minutes
 
Learn the basics you need to be polite while speaking Thai. We will take you step-by-step through must-know phrases and explain the grammar and composition. Plus, you’ll get some special tips on how to be extra authentic when interacting with native Thai speakers.

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What's your name? Leave a comment. We'll write your name in the Thai alphabet ?

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Hi Ksenia!


Thank you for sharing the pronunciation of your name! 😊 In Thai, your name could be written as "เซเนีย" (/se-nia/) which sounds similar to the pronunciation you described.


For a variation that sounds like "Jenna," you could use "เจนน่า" (/jen-na/), which is a common name in Thai. It's wonderful that you're exploring how your name might sound in different languages!


Feel free to let us know if you have any questions.

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Hi! Thrishtee,


Your name in Thai would be written as ทริชที (Thritsatee). 😊


We hope this helps you in your Thai learning journey! If you have any questions, please let us know.


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Hi Niken Marta!


Your name in Thai can be written as นิเคน มาร์ตา (ni-khen maa-taa). 😊


We hope this helps you in your learning journey! If you have any questions, please let us know.


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The name is pronounced like a KS sound in the beginning.

So more like Ksenia / Kzenia. It is not pronounced with an S sound compared to how english natives would say it.


But I am also interested in variations that would sound similar. They do not have to be exact.

Maybe something like Jenna, or a name that is more common in Thai that might sound similar.


Thank you.

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Generate my name in thai

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Monday at 02:38 PM
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write my name in Thai: Niken Marta

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Hi Amanda Lynne!


We'd be delighted to help you with that! 😊 Please provide us with the names you'd like to translate, and we'll do our best to give you the Thai versions. Translating names can be a fun way to learn more about Thai pronunciation and characters.


Feel free to let us know if you have any questions.


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Hi Jacqueline Wangeci Muritu!


ขอบคุณที่ส่งข้อความเข้ามาค่ะ 😊 (khàawp-khun thîi sòng khwàam khâo maa khâ / Thank you for sending your message 😊)


The name Jacqueline Wangeci Muritu, can be phonetically translated to Thai as แจ๊คเกอลีน วังเกซี มูริทู (jâek-gà-lin wang-ge-sii muu-ri-thuu). If you have any questions, please let us know.


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Hi Édua Lia!


We are delighted to help you with writing your names in Thai! 😊


1. "Karolina" would be written as คาโรลินา (kha-ro-li-na).

2. "Édua" would be written as แอดูอา (ae-du-a).

3. "Lia" would be written as ลิอา (li-a).


We hope this helps you with your Thai learning journey! Keep practicing, and you'll get better each day. 🌟


Feel free to let us know if you have any questions.

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Hi! Looking to translate my wife's and her mom's names into Thai