In German
Ich heiße
Meaning: my name is
Formal or informal? “Ich heiße …” is the everyday way to say it. “Mein Name ist …” means the same but sounds more formal, so use it in a written or formal introduction.
Example sentences
IchheißeAnna.
I'm called Anna.
MeinNameistLukas.
My name is Lukas.
Wieheißtdueigentlich?
So what's your name, anyway?
Grammar note
“heißen” is irregular: ich heiße, du heißt, er/sie heißt. Only the name changes: Ich heiße Anna.
Quick check
Which phrase introduces yourself: “my name is”?
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Practise it in a lesson →Frequently asked questions
Is it “Ich bin …” or “Ich heiße …”?
Both are understood. “Ich bin Anna” is common in casual speech, but “Ich heiße Anna” is the standard way to say your name.
How do I ask someone's name?
Ask “Wie heißt du?” (informal) or “Wie heißen Sie?” (formal).