How to change the name of your iPhone

2 min read · 4 steps · Updated 2 October 2026

The iPhone's name is what other people see when you share a hotspot or send something by AirDrop. Out of the box it is usually just "iPhone", which is confusing when several are nearby.

Step by step

1. 

   Open Settings and tap General

   Open the grey Settings icon and tap General.

   Done

2. 

   Tap About

   It is the first row.

   Done

3. 

   Tap Name

   It is the first line on the About page.

   Done

4. Type the new name and tap Done

   Tap the x to clear the old name first. The change applies straight away.

   Done

Good to know

Avoid putting your full name in it if you use a hotspot in public, because everyone nearby can see the name.

To rename AirPods or other Bluetooth accessories, open Settings, Bluetooth, tap the i next to the device and tap Name.

In short: Settings, General, About, Name.