Your Name in Georgian Script

Free online translator for converting English names to Georgian (ქართული)

About Georgian Script

Georgian uses its own unique alphabet, one of only 14 independent writing systems in the world. The elegant Mkhedruli script features graceful curves and has been used since the 11th century with no uppercase/lowercase distinction.

4+ million native speakers
Speakers Worldwide
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Key Facts:

  • 33 letters, no uppercase/lowercase distinction
  • One of 14 unique alphabets in the world
  • Mkhedruli script used since 11th century
  • Elegant rounded characters
  • UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage
Main countries: Georgia

How Names Work in Georgian

Georgian transliteration converts English names phonetically using the 33-letter Georgian alphabet. Most English sounds have Georgian equivalents, though some like 'f' are approximated.

Transliteration Rules:

  • No uppercase letters - all characters are uniform
  • Each letter represents one consistent sound
  • No 'f' sound - approximated with 'p' (პ)
  • 'W' sound represented by combination
  • Language unrelated to Indo-European family

Popular Names in Georgian

Here are examples of common English names transliterated to Georgian:

Michael
მაიკლ
maikl
Sarah
სარა
sara
David
დეივიდ
deivid
Emma
ემა
ema
Christopher
კრისტოფერ
kristoper
Jennifer
ჯენიფერ
jeniper
Alexander
ალექსანდრე
aleksandre
Sophia
სოფია
sopia

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I write my name in Georgian?

Use our Georgian translator above. Type your name in English and it converts to Georgian Mkhedruli script using standard phonetic transliteration. The result matches how Georgians write foreign names.

Why doesn't Georgian have capital letters?

The Mkhedruli script traditionally has no distinction between uppercase and lowercase letters. This is a feature of the script's design, though capitals are sometimes used in modern contexts for emphasis.

Is Georgian related to Russian or other languages?

No! Georgian is part of the unique Kartvelian language family, completely unrelated to Russian, Arabic, or Indo-European languages. It has its own independent alphabet and grammar.

Is Georgian script hard to learn?

Georgian script is relatively approachable with 33 phonetic letters. The elegant curves are distinctive and memorable. Since each letter consistently represents one sound, pronunciation is predictable once you learn the alphabet.

Can I use this for a Georgian visa?

Our transliteration follows standard Georgian conventions. For official documents like visas, verify with Georgian authorities as they may have specific transliteration requirements.