English Name to Katakana
Type an English name and get its Japanese katakana form instantly. Free, no registration — full names and pronunciation included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this English name to katakana converter free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up. Type any English name — or a full name — and get katakana instantly.
How accurate is the conversion?
Common names use their conventional Japanese forms, and other names go through a pronunciation rule engine. Japanese media sometimes use slightly different variants, so treat the result as the standard approximation.
Can I convert a full name with first and last name?
Yes. Separate words are converted independently, so 'Emily Watson' becomes 'エミリー ワトソン'.
Can I hear how the katakana name sounds?
Yes, click 'Hear pronunciation' and the browser reads the katakana aloud with a Japanese voice.