The steps to rename your account

To change your League of Legends username, you log into your Riot Games account on the official website, navigate to your account settings, and purchase a name change using Riot Points (RP) — the in-game currency. The process takes about five minutes, and your new name becomes active when ready after you confirm it. You can change your name as often as you want, but each change costs 1,300 RP, which is roughly $10 USD (pricing varies by region).

The name you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and hyphens, and cannot match a name already in use by another player. League of Legends reserves the right to force a name change if your username violates their code of conduct — for example, if it contains slurs or impersonates a professional player.

If you cannot remember your Riot Games password or no longer have access to the email tied to your account, you will need to recover your account before you can change your name. Riot's account recovery process can take several days, so start that first if you are locked out.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your name through your Riot Games account settings on the official website, not through the League client itself.
  • Each name change costs 1,300 RP, and you can change your name as many times as you want.
  • Your new username becomes active when ready and is visible to all other players in your next game.
  • Riot Games can force you to change your name if it violates their code of conduct, and you will be notified in-game if this happens.

Where to find the name change option in your account

Log into your Riot Games account at account.riotgames.com using the email and password you registered with. Once you are logged in, look for the "Account" tab in the left sidebar — this is where all your personal settings live.

Under the Account tab, scroll down until you see "Summoner Name" or "Change Summoner Name." Click that option, and a window will appear showing your current name and a text box where you can type your new one. The system will tell you when ready whether the name is available or already taken by another player.

If the name you want is taken, you will need to choose something different. The League of Legends community is large, so popular names are usually claimed. Adding numbers, hyphens, or slight variations (like "Draven2" instead of "Draven") often works if your first choice is unavailable.

What happens when you confirm your new name

After you type your new name and click confirm, the system will ask you to pay 1,300 RP. If you do not have enough RP in your account, you can purchase more directly from the Riot Games store — you will see a "Buy RP" button on the same page. Once you complete the payment, your name change is final.

Your new summoner name appears in your profile, in your friends list, and in all future games within seconds. Players you have already played with will see the name change reflected in their match history. Your rank, level, and all your champions remain exactly the same — only the name changes.

You do not need to restart the League client or do anything else. The next time you log into the game, you will see your new name on the loading screen and in champion select.

Name restrictions and what Riot Games will not allow

Your summoner name cannot contain slurs, hate speech, or language that targets a person or group. It cannot impersonate a professional League of Legends player, a Riot Games employee, or a well-known streamer. Names that are sexually explicit, glorify violence, or promote illegal activity are also prohibited.

Riot Games monitors summoner names and will send you an in-game notification if your name violates their code of conduct. You will have a set number of days (usually 14) to change it yourself. If you do not change it in that window, Riot will force a change and assign you a temporary name like "Summoner12345." You can then rename yourself again, but you will have to pay the 1,300 RP fee.

If your name is flagged repeatedly, Riot may restrict your ability to change your name in the future or take other account actions. The best approach is to choose a name that is clearly yours and does not reference real people or contain language you would not say in a professional setting.

If you cannot access your Riot Games account

If you forgot your password, go to account.riotgames.com and click "Forgot your password?" on the login page. Riot will send a password reset link to the email address associated with your account. Click the link, create a new password, and log back in.

If you no longer have access to the email address you registered with, you will need to contact Riot Games support. Go to support.riotgames.com, click "Submit a Request," and explain that you cannot access your account email. Riot's support team will ask you to verify your identity by answering security questions or providing information about your account (like the date you created it or champions you own). This process can take several days.

Do not create a new account if you want to keep your rank and champions. Your old account is still yours — you just need to recover access to it through Riot's support system.

Changing your name on other Riot Games titles

Your Riot Games account is shared across League of Legends, Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, and other Riot titles. When you change your summoner name in League of Legends, it does not automatically change your name in Valorant or other games — each title has its own separate username system.

To change your name in Valorant, you log into the same Riot Games account, launch Valorant, and look for the name change option in the game's settings menu. Valorant name changes also cost RP and follow similar naming rules. If you play multiple Riot games and want consistency across them, you will need to change your name in each game separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name back to my old one if I regret the change?

Yes. You can change your name as many times as you want, and you can reuse old names you have had before. Each change costs 1,300 RP, so changing your name twice costs 2,600 RP total. There is no waiting period between name changes.

What if someone else takes the name I want before I can change to it?

You will have to choose a different name. League of Legends operates on a first-come, first-served basis for summoner names. If the name is taken, the only way to get it is if that player changes their name and the name becomes available again.

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

No. Your rank, level, champions, skins, and all other account progress stay exactly the same. Only your summoner name changes. Your match history and statistics are tied to your account, not your name.

How long does it take for my new name to show up in the game?

Your new name appears in your profile and in-game within seconds of confirming the change. You do not need to restart the client or wait for any updates.

Can Riot Games force me to change my name?

Yes, if your name violates their code of conduct. Riot will notify you in-game and give you time to change it yourself. If you do not change it, they will assign you a temporary name and you will have to pay RP to choose a new one.