The fastest way to change your username

Open League of Legends and log in to your account. Click your summoner name in the top right corner of the client, then select Account. Look for the section labeled Summoner Name and click the pencil icon next to your current name. Type your new username into the field that appears, then click Confirm. The system will tell you when ready whether the name is taken or available.

If the name you want is available, you will see a cost displayed — this varies depending on how recently you last changed your name. Your first change is free. After that, each change costs 1,325 Riot Points (RP), which is the premium currency you buy with real money. If you have RP in your account from previous purchases, it will be deducted automatically when you confirm.

The name change takes effect when ready. You do not need to log out and back in. Your rank, skins, and all other account data stay exactly as they are — only the name displayed to other players changes.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first username change is free; every change after that costs 1,325 Riot Points.
  • You change your name through the Account section of the League client, not through a website or support ticket.
  • The system tells you when ready whether a name is taken, so you can try multiple options without waiting.
  • Your new name appears when ready to all players — no restart or logout required.
  • If you do not have enough Riot Points, you must buy more before confirming the change.

What happens if the name you want is already taken

When you type a name into the change field, the system checks whether another player is currently using it. If the name is taken, you will see a red message saying the name is unavailable. You cannot reserve a name or join a waitlist — you must choose a different one.

Names that appear taken may belong to inactive accounts. Riot Games does not publicly state how long an account can sit unused before the name becomes available again, so there is no way to know when a specific taken name might open up. Your only option is to pick an alternative name or try variations (adding numbers, underscores, or different spellings).

Understanding Riot Points and the cost structure

Riot Points are purchased through the League client using real money. The smallest purchase is usually 650 RP for roughly $5, and larger bundles cost more. Since a name change costs 1,325 RP, you will need to buy at least the 1,380 RP bundle (or equivalent) if you do not already have RP in your account.

The cost applies only to the second change and beyond. If you have never changed your summoner name before, your first change is free, even if you change it again later in the same day. After your first free change, every subsequent change in that account costs 1,325 RP, regardless of how much time passes between changes.

Restrictions and things that prevent a name change

You cannot change your summoner name if your account is currently restricted or banned. If you are in the middle of a ranked ban (a temporary punishment for leaving games or going AFK), you will not be able to access the name change option until the ban expires.

Some names are reserved by Riot Games and cannot be chosen by players. These include names of professional players, Riot staff members, and certain trademarked terms. If you try to use a reserved name, the system will reject it with a message explaining that the name is unavailable.

Names must be between 3 and 16 characters long and can contain letters, numbers, and spaces. Riot Games does not allow names that contain profanity, slurs, or references to hate groups. If you choose a name that violates these rules, the system will reject it before you confirm the change.

What to do if the name change does not go through

If you clicked Confirm and received an error message, the most common cause is insufficient Riot Points. Check your RP balance in the top right corner of the client — it shows your current balance next to a small gem icon. If the number is less than 1,325, you need to purchase more RP before trying again.

If you have enough RP but the change still fails, try closing the League client completely and opening it again. Sometimes the client needs to refresh to process the transaction. Log back in, go to Account, and attempt the change once more.

If the error persists after a restart, contact Riot Games support through the Help section of the League client. Click the question mark icon in the top right, then select Contact Support. Describe the error message you received and include a screenshot if possible. Support can investigate whether there is a technical issue with your account.

Changing your name on a smurf or alternate account

If you have multiple League accounts, each one has its own summoner name and its own change history. Your first change on a smurf account is free, just like on your main account. The 1,325 RP cost applies to the second change on that account, separate from your main account's change history.

You must log into each account individually to change its name. There is no way to change names on multiple accounts at once or to transfer a name from one account to another. If you want the same name on two different accounts, you would need to change one account's name first, then change the other account to that name — but you cannot do both simultaneously.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my summoner name back to what it was before?

Yes. If you change your name and then want to revert to your old name, you can do so by going through the same process. Your old name is treated like any other name — if no one else has claimed it, you can change back to it. However, if someone else took your old name in the meantime, you will not be able to use it unless they change theirs first.

Do I lose my rank or skins when I change my name?

No. Your rank, skins, champions, and all other account data remain exactly the same. Only the name displayed above your character in games and in the client changes. Your match history and statistics stay linked to your account under your new name.

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

The change is when ready in the client. Other players will see your new name the next time they encounter you in a game or look up your profile. You do not need to restart the game or wait for any processing time.

What if I want a name that has spaces or special characters?

Spaces are allowed in summoner names. Most special characters (like hyphens, underscores, and apostrophes) are not. Stick to letters, numbers, and spaces. The system will reject the name during confirmation if it contains characters that are not permitted.

Can I change my summoner name if I am in a ranked game?

No. You can only change your name when you are not in a game. If you try to access the Account section while a match is active, the option will be grayed out. Finish or surrender your current game, then return to the client to make the change.