Your Name in Telugu Script

Free online translator for converting English names to Telugu (తెలుగు)

About Telugu Script

Telugu is a Dravidian language spoken by over 95 million people, primarily in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The Telugu script is known for its beautiful rounded characters.

95+ million native speakers
Speakers Worldwide
1+
Countries

Key Facts:

  • Telugu script has 60 characters including vowels and consonants
  • Known as 'Italian of the East' for its melodious sound
  • One of the classical languages of India
  • Characters are rounded and aesthetically pleasing
  • Telugu cinema (Tollywood) is one of the largest film industries
Main countries: India (Andhra Pradesh, Telangana)

How Names Work in Telugu

Telugu transliteration converts English names phonetically using the Telugu abugida system, where consonants carry an inherent vowel sound that can be modified with diacritical marks.

Transliteration Rules:

  • Consonants have inherent 'a' vowel sound
  • Vowel marks (matras) modify consonant sounds
  • Halant removes the inherent vowel
  • Similar structure to other Indic scripts
  • Some English sounds approximated with closest equivalents

Popular Names in Telugu

Here are examples of common English names transliterated to Telugu:

Michael
మైకేల్
maikēl
Sarah
సారా
sārā
David
డేవిడ్
dēviḍ
Emma
ఎమ్మా
emmā
Christopher
క్రిస్టోఫర్
kristōphar
Jennifer
జెన్నిఫర్
jenniphar
Alexander
అలెక్సాండర్
aleksāṇḍar
Sophia
సోఫియా
sōphiyā

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I write my name in Telugu?

Use our Telugu translator above. Type your name in English and it converts to Telugu script using standard phonetic transliteration rules.

Is Telugu related to Hindi?

No, Telugu is a Dravidian language, unrelated to Hindi which is Indo-European. However, both use abugida writing systems with similar structural principles.

Can Telugu script write all English sounds?

Telugu can approximate most English sounds. Some sounds like 'f' and 'z' use the closest Telugu equivalents (ph and j).

How many people speak Telugu?

Over 95 million people speak Telugu, making it one of the most spoken languages in India and the world.

Can I use this for official documents?

Our transliteration follows standard phonetic rules. For official documents, verify with relevant authorities as they may have specific preferences.