Each letter’s position in the alphabet (A=1 through Z=26), useful for numerology, word games, and simple ciphers.
How it works
Every letter in the entered text is matched to its position in the alphabet; non-letter characters are skipped in the numeric output.
What this does not include
This does not include a reverse numbers-to-letters conversion, or any specific cipher beyond the plain alphabet position.
How to use this calculator
- Enter a word or phrase.
Frequently asked questions
Is this case-sensitive?
No — uppercase and lowercase letters are treated identically, since they share the same alphabet position.
What happens to spaces or punctuation?
They’re skipped in the numeric list, since only letters have a defined alphabet position.
What’s this commonly used for?
Numerology calculations, simple word games, and basic substitution ciphers.
