How to Say "Hi, My Name Is Izzy" in Spanish

hola, mi nombre es Izzy

The English phrase "hi, my name is izzy" can be translated into Spanish as hola, mi nombre es Izzy.

This phrase is a friendly greeting used when introducing yourself to another person.

What does it mean word for word?

In this phrase, mi is a possessive adjective meaning "my" and nombre is the noun for "name".

Which one should you use?

While hola, mi nombre es Izzy is a literal translation of "hi, my name is Izzy", the form hola, me llamo Izzy (which translates to "hi, I call myself Izzy") is much more common in natural Spanish conversation.

Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?

The form ¡Hola! Soy Izzy is an informal way to say "Hi! I am Izzy." Using me llamo instead of mi nombre es also sounds slightly more relaxed and is the standard way to introduce yourself in social settings.

When do people say it?

In Spanish-speaking countries, it is common to greet someone with a handshake or a kiss on the cheek.

Did you know?

While nombre usually means 'name', it can also be a spoken contraction of ¡no, hombre!, which translates to 'no, man!'
When introducing yourself in many Spanish-speaking cultures, a simple verbal introduction is often accompanied by a single kiss on the cheek, even between acquaintances.

Examples in context

Hola, mi nombre es Izzy. Mucho gusto.
Hi, my name is Izzy. Nice to meet you.
Hola, mi nombre es Izzy y soy nueva aquí.
Hi, my name is Izzy and I am new here.

Example conversation

Two students meeting for the first time in a classroom.

Lucía

Hola, mi nombre es Izzy.
Hi, my name is Izzy.
Mateo

Hola, Izzy. Yo soy Mateo.
Hi, Izzy. I am Mateo.
Lucía

¿De dónde eres, Mateo?
Where are you from, Mateo?
Mateo

Soy de México, ¿y tú?
I am from Mexico, and you?

Sources

Word origins: Wiktionary entries es, hola, mi, nombre, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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How to Say “Hi, My Name Is Izzy” in Spanish