Changing your Clash of Clans name takes two minutes and costs gems

To change your Clash of Clans player name, open the game, tap your profile icon in the top left corner, select "Edit Profile," tap the name field, type your new name, and confirm the change. The first name change is free. After that, each change costs 500 gems — the premium currency in Clash of Clans.

You can change your name as often as you want, but the gem cost stays the same every time after the first. There is no waiting period between changes, so you can switch names back and forth without restriction. The name you choose must be between 1 and 15 characters and cannot contain certain symbols or offensive language — the game will reject it if it violates those rules.

Key Takeaways

  • Your first name change is free; every change after that costs 500 gems.
  • You access the name change through your profile icon in the top left corner of the main screen.
  • New names must be 1 to 15 characters and cannot include certain symbols or profanity.
  • There is no cooldown period, so you can change your name as many times as you want if you have gems.

Where to find the name change option

Start from the main Clash of Clans screen where you see your village. In the top left corner, you will see a small circular icon with your current player name and level — this is your profile button. Tap it once.

A menu will open showing your profile information. Look for a button or link labeled "Edit Profile" — this is usually near the top of the menu. Tap that button to enter edit mode.

How to enter and confirm your new name

Once you are in edit mode, you will see your current name displayed in a text field. Tap on that field to select it, then clear the old name and type your new one. The game will show you how many characters you have used out of the 15-character limit as you type.

After you have typed your new name, look for a "Confirm," "Save," or checkmark button — the exact label depends on your device and game version. Tap it to submit the change. If your name violates the game's rules, the system will reject it and ask you to choose a different one. If the change goes through, your new name will appear when ready across your profile and in your clan (if you are in one).

What happens if you do not have gems for a second name change

If you want to change your name again after the first free change but do not have 500 gems, you have two options: spend real money to buy gems through the in-game shop, or wait until you earn gems through gameplay. Gems are earned slowly through clearing obstacles in your village, completing certain achievements, and participating in special events.

If you are not willing to spend money or wait, you can keep your current name. There is no penalty for not changing your name, and you can change it whenever you have the gems available in the future.

Name restrictions and what the game will reject

Clash of Clans does not allow names that contain profanity, hate speech, or sexually explicit language. The game also blocks names that impersonate Supercell staff members or other well-known players, and names that are purely numbers or symbols. Names that are blank or contain only spaces will also be rejected.

If you try to use a name that breaks these rules, the game will show an error message and ask you to pick a different one. You can try again when ready — there is no penalty for attempting an invalid name. The 500-gem cost only applies when you successfully change to a new name, not when you attempt and fail.

How your name appears to other players

Your player name is visible to anyone in your clan, anyone you are friendly with, and anyone who visits your village through the search function or a clan war. It also appears in the global leaderboards if your town hall level and trophies rank you high enough. Changing your name does not hide your account history — other players can still see your previous attacks, donations, and war performance if they know your account.

If you change your name frequently, other players in your clan may get confused about who you are. Some clans have rules about name changes or ask members to keep their names consistent so the clan roster stays clear. Check your clan's rules before making frequent changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. There is no restriction on reusing old names, and you can change back to a previous name whenever you want as long as you have the gems. Each change costs 500 gems after your first free change, regardless of whether you are switching to a completely new name or reverting to an old one.

What if someone else takes the name I want?

Clash of Clans allows multiple players to have the same name, so you can use any name you want even if another player already has it. The game does not reserve names or prevent duplicates. Your unique identifier is your account ID, not your name.

Do I lose anything when I change my name?

No. Changing your name does not affect your troops, buildings, resources, clan membership, or any other part of your account. Only your display name changes. Your account history and statistics stay the same.

How long does a name change take to show up?

Your new name appears when ready in your profile and across the game once you confirm the change. Other players will see your updated name the next time they view your profile or village.