Spanish · People & Family
"First name" in Spanish: nombre
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A first name is el nombre (NOHM-breh). It is masculine. On forms, nombre is the given name, and apellido is the family name.
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How to pronounce nombre
Say it
NOHM-breh
/ˈnom.bɾe/
Say NOHM-breh. Stress NOHM. The b and r blend lightly.
"First name" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el nombre | first name / name Given name on forms. | Given name on forms. |
| mi nombre | my name Introductions. | Introductions. |
| nombre de pila | given / first name Clearer when nombre alone feels broad. | Clearer when nombre alone feels broad. |
| ¿Cómo te llamas? | What's your name? Everyday question; answer with your nombre. | Everyday question; answer with your nombre. |
How to use nombre in real life
- 1Hotel form
Escribe tu nombre aquí.
Write your first name here.
Form field labeled nombre.
- 2Introduction
Mi nombre es Carla.
My name is Carla.
Polite intro with nombre.
- 3Spelling help
¿Cómo se escribe tu nombre?
How do you spell your first name?
Spelling question using nombre.
Mistakes English speakers make with nombre
Incorrect: La nombre es Ana.
Correct: El nombre es Ana.
Nombre is masculine: el nombre.
Incorrect: My first name es Diego.
Correct: Mi nombre es Diego.
Use nombre in Spanish.
Good to know
People often ask ¿Cómo te llamas? instead of ¿Cuál es tu nombre? Both work; Me llamo feels conversational.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Checking into a hostel
ChatPal
¿Cuál es tu nombre completo?
What is your full name?
You
Mi nombre es Elena Ruiz.
My name is Elena Ruiz.
ChatPal
Gracias. ¿Y tu apellido materno?
Thanks. And your maternal last name?
You
Es Vargas. Aquí está mi pasaporte.
It's Vargas. Here's my passport.
This is a sample. In ChatPal you have this conversation out loud and get feedback on what you say.
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FAQ
Common questions about "First name" in Spanish
Is nombre masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el nombre, mi nombre.
How do I say my name is…?
Me llamo… or Mi nombre es…
Is nombre only a first name?
Often yes on forms. Apellido is the last name.
What is nombre de pila?
Nombre de pila means given name.
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