How do I write my name in Persian?

Break your name into sounds, then match each sound to a Farsi letter. Persian reads right to left and often skips short vowels.

Does Persian use English spelling for names?

No. Persian writes the sounds of your name, not the English letters. So Mike is written as its sounds, mai,k.

Short vowels are usually spoken, not written. Long vowels use letters like ا, و, and ی.

Writing your name in Persian is a fun first step into the script. It makes the alphabet feel personal.

Persian writes sounds, not English spelling. So you match how your name sounds to Farsi letters.

This guide shows the simple steps. You do not need to know the whole alphabet to start.

Say your name slowly and listen to each sound. Ignore silent letters from English spelling.

For example, "Sarah" sounds like "sa,ra". "Mike" sounds like "mai,k".

Write the sounds down first. This is the map you will turn into Persian letters.

Persian reads right to left, and short vowels are often left out. Long vowels use letters like ا (a), و (o/u), and ی (i).

Quick examples:

Start with the consonants, then add long vowels. Short vowels you simply say, not write.

Write your name a few times and say it out loud. Compare the shapes with a name you know.

To get the letters right, learn them in our Persian alphabet guide and the full Farsi alphabet course.

Then open the free lessons on Learn Farsi and practice the script every day.