Arabic Name Necklace for English and Other Non-Arabic Names
Arabic names
Yes, any name can be written in Arabic calligraphy. It is spelled by how it sounds, not letter by letter, so "Emma" becomes إيما and "Peter" becomes بيتر. Confirm the spelling with the wearer, count the Arabic letters, and choose the matching option on the Arabic Name Necklace (3, 4 to 5, 6 to 7 or 8 to 9 letters).
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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13 names in Arabic letters
| Name | Common Arabic spelling | Arabic letters |
|---|---|---|
| Mia | ميا | 3 |
| Anna | آنا | 3 |
| Emma | إيما | 4 |
| Chloe | كلوي | 4 |
| Grace | غريس | 4 |
| Peter | بيتر | 4 |
| James | جيمس | 4 |
| Sophia | صوفيا | 5 |
| David | ديفيد | 5 |
| Michael | مايكل | 5 |
| Charlotte | شارلوت | 6 |
| Olivia | أوليفيا | 7 |
| Victoria | فيكتوريا | 8 |
These are common spellings, not the only ones. Sophia, for example, is also written سوفيا. Ask an Arabic speaker the wearer trusts, or ask the team before you pay.
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Which sounds have no Arabic letter?
| Sound | Usually written | Example |
|---|---|---|
| p | ب | Peter, بيتر |
| v | ف | Victoria, فيكتوريا |
| hard g | غ or ج | Grace, غريس |
| ch as in Chloe | ك | Chloe, كلوي |
| ch as in Charlotte | ش | Charlotte, شارلوت |
| o, u | و | Olivia, أوليفيا |
| e, i | ي | Mia, ميا |
Some people write "v" with ڤ, a letter with three dots, but it is not one of the 28 letters of the standard Arabic alphabet. If you want it, ask the team before ordering.
Why is the Arabic version shorter or longer?
Arabic usually leaves out short vowels, so Michael (7 letters in English) is مايكل (5 in Arabic). Long vowels are written as letters, so Mia stays at 3. The price depends on the Arabic letter count: in November 2026 the necklace is AED 4,250 for 3 letters and AED 4,850 for 8 to 9 letters. For a name longer than 9 Arabic letters, ask the team, or consider a nickname or the Arabic Letter Necklace (AED 3,200), one 18K gold letter with a VS diamond.
What to buyArabic Name Necklace, from AED 4,250Is it a good gift for someone who doesn't read Arabic?
It can be, especially for someone who lives in the Gulf: it is their name in a script they see every day, made in solid 18K gold rather than plated metal (see real gold vs gold-plated). Dotted Arabic letters have VS diamond dots, 0.03 ct each. The Arabic name necklace guide covers gold colour, size and timing. Each piece is made to order: about 15 working days of production, then delivery: about 3 working days within the UAE, where it is free, about 5 to Saudi Arabia and the rest of the GCC, and about 10 to the USA.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get an Arabic name necklace with an English name?
Yes. The name is written in Arabic letters by its sound, for example Emma as إيما. Confirm the spelling and choose the letter-count option by the Arabic letters.
How do you write P and V in Arabic?
Arabic has no letter for p or v. P is usually written ب and v is usually written ف. Some people use ڤ for v, which is not one of the 28 standard letters.
How many letters is my name in Arabic?
Count the letters in the Arabic spelling, not the English one. Michael has 7 letters in English but 5 in Arabic (مايكل).
What if my name is longer than 9 Arabic letters?
The listed options go up to 8 to 9 letters. Ask the team before ordering, or choose a shorter nickname or a single-letter necklace.
Does the necklace have real diamonds?
Yes. Dotted Arabic letters have VS diamond dots, 0.03 ct each, in 18K gold. Names with no dotted letters have no diamonds.
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About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.
