You can change a Facebook group name from the group settings menu if you are the group admin

To change your group name, open the group, click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner, select Edit group settings, find the name field, type the new name, and click Save. The change takes effect when ready and appears to all group members. Only group admins can make this change — regular members cannot rename a group.

The process takes less than a minute. Facebook does not limit how many times you can change a group name, so you can update it whenever you want. There is no waiting period between changes, and members see the new name right away in their feed and in the group itself.

Key Takeaways

  • Only group admins can change the group name — members cannot do this even if they have been in the group for years.
  • The change happens when ready and shows to all members without any delay or notification step.
  • You access the name field through the three-dot menu and Edit group settings, not through a separate admin panel.
  • Facebook does not prevent you from changing the name multiple times or limit what words you can use in the new name.

Step-by-step instructions for desktop and mobile

On desktop: Open your group and look for the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of the group header. Click it and select Edit group settings from the dropdown menu. In the settings panel that opens, find the Group name field at the top. Clear the current name, type your new name, and click the Save button at the bottom of the panel. The page will refresh and show your new group name.

On mobile (iPhone or Android): Open the group and tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner. Tap Edit group settings. Scroll to the top of the settings screen where you will see the Group name field. Tap the field, delete the old name, type the new one, and tap Save at the bottom. The group name updates when ready on your screen and on all members' screens.

If you do not see the three-dot menu or the Edit group settings option, you are not an admin of the group. Only admins see this menu. If you created the group, you are automatically an admin. If someone else created it, they must make you an admin before you can change the group name.

What happens to the group when you change the name

The group URL (web address) stays the same even though the name changes. Members who have bookmarked the group or saved it to their favorites will still find it under the old name in their saved list until they refresh the page. The group's description, rules, member list, and all posts remain exactly as they were — only the name at the top of the page changes.

Members do not receive a notification that the group name has changed. They will see the new name the next time they visit the group or scroll past it in their feed. If the group name change is important for members to know about, you may want to post an announcement in the group explaining why the name changed.

When you might want to change a group name

Common reasons to rename a group include correcting a typo in the original name, reflecting a change in the group's purpose, or making the name more specific as the group grows. For example, a group called "Book Club" might become "Book Club — Science Fiction" to clarify what members discuss. A group created for a temporary event might be renamed after the event ends to show it is now a community space.

If your group has been around for a while and members know it by the old name, a name change can confuse people searching for it. In that case, mentioning the change in a pinned post or group announcement helps members adjust. You can also add the old name to the group description so people searching for the original name still find it.

If you cannot find the edit settings option

The most common reason you cannot change a group name is that you are not an admin. Check whether you have admin rights by opening the group and looking for the three-dot menu. If it is not there, ask the group creator or another admin to promote you to admin status. They can do this by going to Members, finding your name, clicking the three-dot menu next to it, and selecting Make admin.

On rare occasions, Facebook may restrict changes to a group if it has been reported for violating community standards or if there is a dispute over group ownership. If you are an admin but the settings option is grayed out or missing, check your email for messages from Facebook about the group. You may need to resolve an issue before you can make changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change a group name back to what it was before?

Yes. There is no limit on how many times you can change the name or any restriction on using a name you have used before. If you change your mind, you can rename it back to the original name or to any other name you choose.

Do members get notified when I change the group name?

No. Members do not receive a notification about the name change. They will see the new name the next time they visit the group or see it in their feed. If you want members to know about the change, post an announcement in the group.

Can I use special characters or emojis in a group name?

Facebook allows most characters in group names, including numbers and some punctuation. Emojis may work depending on your device and Facebook version, but the safest approach is to use letters, numbers, hyphens, and spaces. Avoid symbols that Facebook flags as spam or abuse.

What if someone else created the group and I want to change the name?

You need to be promoted to admin first. Ask the group creator or another admin to make you an admin by going to the group's Members list, finding your name, and selecting Make admin. Once you are an admin, you can change the name.