Yes, you can change your League of Legends username, but Riot Games charges for it

You can change your summoner name — the username that appears in-game and on your profile — through the League of Legends client. Riot Games charges 1,300 RP (Riot Points, their premium currency) for the first change, and each subsequent change costs more. The process takes a few minutes, but the name you want may already be taken, and there are restrictions on what characters and words you can use.

The cost structure matters because RP doesn't convert to a dollar amount that stays the same everywhere. A 1,300 RP name change costs roughly $10 USD in most regions, but pricing varies by country and payment method. If you've never spent money on League before, you'll need to buy RP first — Riot doesn't sell it in exact amounts, so you may end up with leftover points.

Key Takeaways

  • The first username change costs 1,300 RP; the second costs 2,600 RP; the third and beyond cost 3,900 RP each.
  • You change your name through the League client itself by going to your profile and selecting the option to change your summoner name.
  • Riot Games blocks usernames that contain slurs, impersonate real people or celebrities, or violate their naming policy — rejected names are not refunded.
  • Your old username becomes available for other players to claim after you change it, so you cannot reserve it or change back to it later without paying again.
  • You must wait 30 days between name changes, so you cannot change your name multiple times in quick succession.

How to change your summoner name in the client

Open the League of Legends client and log in. Click on your summoner icon or name in the top right corner of the home screen, then select "Profile." On your profile page, look for a button or link that says "Change Summoner Name" — it's usually near your current name at the top of the page.

Click that button and you'll see a window asking you to enter your new name. Type the name you want, and the client will when ready tell you whether it's available. If it's taken, you'll need to choose something else. Once you've entered an available name, the client will show you the RP cost and ask you to confirm. If you have enough RP in your account, click confirm and the change happens right away. Your new name appears in-game the next time you log in.

Understanding RP costs and price tiers

Riot Points are the premium currency in League of Legends. You buy them with real money, and the amount you pay depends on your region and payment method. In the United States, 1,300 RP typically costs around $10, but this varies. Some regions charge more or less, and sales or regional pricing adjustments can change the exact amount.

The pricing structure for name changes escalates: your first change costs 1,300 RP, your second costs 2,600 RP, and your third and every change after that costs 3,900 RP. This means if you change your name three times, you'll have spent roughly $30 to $40 total, depending on your region. The cost resets only if Riot Games runs a promotional event offering discounted name changes — these happen occasionally but are not may provide.

What usernames Riot Games will reject

Riot Games has a naming policy that blocks certain types of usernames. They will reject names that contain slurs or hate speech, impersonate real people or public figures, reference illegal activities, or are sexually explicit. They also block names that are primarily numbers or special characters, names that look like they're trying to impersonate Riot staff, and names that violate their general conduct rules.

If your chosen name is rejected, Riot will tell you why in most cases — though the message is sometimes vague. The RP you spent is not refunded. This means if you try a name, it gets rejected, and you want to try again, you'll need to spend another 1,300 RP (or whatever tier you're on). To avoid wasting RP, think through your name choice before you submit it, and consider whether it could be interpreted as violating any of these rules.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your summoner name, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This cooldown applies even if your first change was rejected — the 30 days starts from when you submitted the rejected name. You can still play normally during this time; the restriction only prevents you from initiating another name change.

If you're locked into a 30-day cooldown and realize you made a mistake, you cannot speed up the process. Riot Games does not offer exceptions to this rule, even if you contact support. Plan your name changes carefully so you don't waste RP on a name you'll want to change again when ready.

What happens to your old username after you change it

When you change your summoner name, your old name becomes available for any other player to claim. You cannot reserve it, and you cannot change back to it without paying the full RP cost again. This means if you had a name you were known for in your friend group or on a team, changing away from it is permanent unless you're willing to pay to reclaim it later.

This also means you should think about whether your current name is tied to your reputation or brand before you change it. If you stream, make content, or play competitively, changing your name can confuse people who know you by your current summoner name. There's no way to keep your old name reserved, so if you change and then want it back, you'll be competing with other players who might claim it first.

Buying RP if you don't have any

If you've never spent money on League of Legends, you'll need to buy RP before you can pay for a name change. Open the League client, go to the shop, and select "RP" or "Riot Points." You'll see a list of RP packages — common amounts are 650 RP, 1,380 RP, 2,800 RP, and larger bundles. Select the amount you want and complete the purchase through your payment method (credit card, PayPal, gift card, or regional payment options depending on where you live).

RP does not convert to a fixed dollar amount across all regions, and Riot does not refund RP for unused balance. This means if you buy a 1,380 RP package to cover a 1,300 RP name change, you'll have 80 RP left over. You can use that RP toward cosmetics or save it, but Riot will not convert it back to money or refund it if you stop playing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username for free?

No. Every summoner name change costs RP, which requires spending real money. Riot Games occasionally runs promotions offering discounted name changes, but these are not may provide and do not happen regularly. There is no free way to change your summoner name.

What if I change my name and then want to change it back?

You can change back to your old name, but you'll have to pay the full RP cost again — and your old name might be claimed by another player in the meantime. Once you change your name, your previous name enters a pool that any player can claim. If someone else takes it, you cannot have it back.

Do I lose my rank or progress if I change my summoner name?

No. Your rank, match history, skins, champions, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players can still see your old name in their match history if they played with you before the change, but your profile shows your new name.

How long does a name change take to show up in-game?

Your new name appears the next time you log into the League client after the change is confirmed. It's not when ready — you may need to close and reopen the client or restart your computer for it to display everywhere, but it usually takes less than a few minutes.

Can Riot Games force me to change my summoner name?

Yes. If your summoner name violates Riot's naming policy and they catch it, they can force a name change and charge you nothing. You'll be notified that your name was flagged and given a important date to choose a new one. If you don't change it by the important date, Riot will assign you a temporary name and you'll have to pay to change it again.