How to Write Your Name in Braille
Write your name in Braille step by step, with the capital sign on the first letter. Type it in the translator and copy the dots for a label, gift or craft.
Type your name and copy the Braille instantly.
Writing your name in Braille is one of the most popular first projects — for a door label, a greeting card, jewelry or a craft. The good news is that it takes only a few seconds with the translator above.
A name follows the same rules as any other word: each letter becomes a six-dot cell, and the first letter gets the capital sign (⠠) in front of it. The sections below walk through it and show what to watch out for.
Why a name is a great first project
If you are new to Braille, writing a name is the ideal place to begin, and there are good reasons it is the most common first request of all. A name is short, personal and immediately meaningful, so the result feels rewarding rather than abstract. You are not memorizing a chart; you are making something you actually want.
A name also happens to exercise the most important everyday rule in one tidy package. Because names are proper nouns, the first letter is capitalized, which means you meet the capital sign right away and see exactly where it sits. Type a first and last name together and you also learn how spaces keep words apart in Braille. From there, the leap to writing any word is small, because the same letter cells and the same capital rule apply everywhere. Many people start with their own name, then a child's, then a short phrase, and almost without noticing they have learned to write in Braille. That gentle on-ramp, from one meaningful word to whole sentences, is why this is such a satisfying and effective way to start.
Step by step
- Type your name in the translator with a normal capital first letter, e.g. Sarah.
- Keep the capital toggle on so the first letter shows the capital sign (⠠).
- Copy or download the Braille, or share the page.
For two names, leave a space between them; the space is preserved in the Braille so the words stay separate.
Type your name and copy the Braille instantly.
The capital sign on names
Because names are proper nouns, the first letter is capitalized. In Braille that is shown by placing the capital sign (⠠) immediately before the first letter cell, not by changing the letter itself.
If a name has two capitals (for example McAdam), each capital letter gets its own capital sign.
The Braille alphabet
Before you emboss
This translator produces Grade 1 Braille, which is perfect for names and fully accurate. If you plan to emboss the name on a physical surface, double-check the dot layout and spacing on your embosser, since tactile dimensions follow a standard that printing on screen does not show.
For decorative use (drawing the dots yourself), the on-screen pattern is all you need.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write my name in Braille?
Type it in the translator with a capital first letter and copy the Braille. The first letter gets the capital sign (⠠).
Do names need the capital sign?
Yes. As proper nouns, names start with a capital, shown by the capital sign before the first letter.
How do I write a full name?
Type both names with a space between them; the space is kept in the Braille.
Can I use this for a label or tattoo?
You can copy the pattern, but for embossing or permanent use, have it checked by a professional first.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free and private, in your browser.