Where to change your username in the League client

Open the League of Legends client and log in with your account. In the top right corner, click on your summoner name or profile icon. From the dropdown menu, select Account. This takes you to your account settings page in a web browser, even though you started in the game client.

On the account settings page, look for the section labeled Username or Summoner Name — the exact label depends on your region, but it will be near the top of the page. Click the Edit or Change button next to your current name. A text field will appear where you can type your new username.

Type your new summoner name into the field. League has specific rules: your name must be between 3 and 16 characters, can only use letters, numbers, and spaces, and cannot start with a number or space. The system will tell you when ready if your choice breaks these rules or if the name is already taken by another player.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your summoner name through your account settings in a web browser, not directly in the game client.
  • Your new name must be 3 to 16 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, and spaces.
  • The first change to a new account is free, but each change after that costs 1,300 Blue Essence or 650 Riot Points.
  • Your old name becomes available for other players to use after a few days, but you can reclaim it within 30 days by paying the same cost.

Understanding the cost of changing your name

Your first summoner name change is free. After that, each change costs either 1,300 Blue Essence (the in-game currency you earn by playing) or 650 Riot Points (the premium currency you buy with real money). The cost is the same whether you are changing to a completely new name or reclaiming an old one you used before.

You can see your current Blue Essence balance in the client's shop. If you do not have enough Blue Essence, you can still change your name by spending Riot Points instead. The system will prompt you to choose which currency to use when you confirm your change.

What happens to your old name after you change it

When you change your summoner name, your old name does not disappear when ready. It becomes locked to your account for 30 days. During this 30-day window, no other player can use that name, and you can reclaim it by paying the same cost again (1,300 Blue Essence or 650 Riot Points) if you change your mind.

After 30 days pass, your old name becomes available for any other player to claim. If someone else takes it, you cannot get it back unless they change their name first and it becomes available again. This is why acting quickly matters if you regret a name change — you have a month to undo it at no additional penalty beyond the original cost.

Restrictions and rules for summoner names

League of Legends has a list of words and phrases that cannot appear in any summoner name. These include slurs, hate speech, and sexually explicit terms. The system checks your chosen name against this list automatically and will reject it if it contains banned content. If you are unsure whether a word is allowed, try entering it — the system will tell you if it violates the policy.

You also cannot use names that impersonate Riot Games staff, professional players, or streamers. If you try to use a name too similar to a known public figure, the system may reject it or Riot may force a change later. Names that reference other games or franchises are usually allowed unless they are trademarked or create confusion with official accounts.

If your current summoner name violates these rules, Riot may force you to change it. You will receive an email notification if this happens, and you will have a set period to choose a new name before Riot assigns one for you.

How long the change takes to show up everywhere

After you confirm your new summoner name, it appears in your client almost when ready. However, it may take a few minutes to show up in the match history, leaderboards, and other parts of the League website. During this time, other players might still see your old name in some places, but this is temporary.

If you are playing a ranked match when you change your name, the match history will show your old name for that game. Future matches will display your new name. This is normal and does not affect your rank or match record.

Changing your name on a smurf or second 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 also free, and subsequent changes on that account cost the same as your main account. The free change does not carry over between accounts — you get one free change per account, not one free change total across all your accounts.

This means if you have already used your free change on your main account, you will still have a free change available on a new account. Each account's name change history is separate and independent.

Troubleshooting common problems when changing your name

If the Edit button does not appear next to your summoner name, you may not have permission to change it yet. New accounts must wait 20 days before making their first name change. If your account is newer than that, try again after the waiting period ends.

If you see an error message saying your name is already taken, another player has claimed it since you checked. Try a different variation — adding a number, a space, or a different spelling often works. If the system says your name violates the policy but you believe it does not, contact Riot support through the help center in your account settings.

If your name changed but you do not see the change in the client, try logging out completely and logging back in. Sometimes the client needs to refresh to display the new name everywhere. If the problem persists after logging back in, clear your browser cache and try accessing your account settings again.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, within 30 days of changing your name. Your old name stays locked to your account during this window, and you can reclaim it by paying 1,300 Blue Essence or 650 Riot Points. After 30 days, the name becomes available to other players, and you can only get it back if the person who claimed it changes their name first.

What if I do not have enough Blue Essence to change my name?

You can change your name using Riot Points instead. When you go to confirm your name change, the system will let you choose which currency to spend. Riot Points are purchased with real money through the shop in the client.

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

No. Your rank, match history, and all progress stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name in future matches, but your account history and statistics remain linked to your account.

Can I change my name if I am banned or suspended?

If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot change your summoner name until the suspension ends. If your account is permanently banned, you cannot change the name at all. You can only change your name on accounts in good standing.

How often can I change my summoner name?

You can change your name as often as you want, as long as you have the Blue Essence or Riot Points to pay for it. There is no limit on how many times you can change it, only the cost each time. Your first change is free, and every change after that costs 1,300 Blue Essence or 650 Riot Points.