How to Change Gmail Name & Gmail Address Very Easily?

Gmail contains both a username and an email address to identify your account. Over time, many people change display name in Gmail for personal reasons. In this article, I will explain how you can change your Gmail account username as well as your email address. So, read this blog to the end.

The username that displays in your email is known Gmail name. This is the name a person sees when they receive your message in their inbox. User can customize their name according to their personal preferences. There will be no impact on your account and email delivery.

However, a Gmail address is an email address, a unique permanent identifier of your account. It contains @gmail.com and helps you deliver your message. Once created, it cannot be changed because it is connected to all your Google services. When it comes to changing your Gmail name. Many people want to change their display name. But why is that?

Why Change Gmail Name?

Updating the display name of your Gmail makes your account more professional, organized, and trustworthy. Other than that, it also provides benefits that I have mentioned below.

• Gmail name shows in every email you send. If the name looks unprofessional or outdated. You may harm or lose credibility when you communicate with clients or conduct business outreach. Hence, changing the name helps you in maintaining a professional identity.
• After marriage, divorce, or legal name changes. It is also required to update your Gmail display name to see the current identity.
• Some users find typos in their names even though they set up their Gmail accounts a long time ago. Fix these errors as soon as possible to avoid mistakes.
• In your work or school, multiple people have similar names. To distinguish your Gmail account from others. Changing the name helps you to identify easily.
• If you don’t want to reveal your legal name in public or private communication. Then, some switch to a nickname or a shortened name.
• A clear and professional-looking name makes the recipients want to open your emails. It also reduces the chances of your emails being marked as spam.

From all these reasons, you now understand why people want to change their display names in Gmail. Now, let’s see how you can do it.

Update Gmail Display Name on Desktop

It is very simple to change your Gmail name from your desktop. Here, you have to go to the Gmail settings. and update the name without any issue.

1. Log in to the Gmail account in your web browser.
2. Go to the gear icon at the top of the screen and click on See all settings.
3. Click on the Accounts and Import tab at the top. Find the send mail as section.
4. Hit the edit info beside the default option.
5. Select the check box below your name in Google accounts. Add your desired name.
6. Then, hit the Save Changes button.

This method changes the name only for Gmail if you want to change the name of your Google account. Follow the next steps.

Change Display Name of Google Account

1. In the Chrome browser, click on your profile in the top right corner.
2. Select the Personal info section present on the left side.
3. Click on your current name, then press the pencil icon next to your name.
4. Provide a new name and save the changes.

Change Gmail Name on Android Phone

You can update your name on your Android mobile very easily. The process is simple, so there would be no issue during the process.

1. First, open the settings of your Android phone.
2. Go to the Google settings and click on Manage your Google Account button.
3. Select the Personal info, then click on your name.
4. Click on the pencil icon next to your current name.
5. Enter the new name of your mail account. Hit the Save button.

Update Gmail Display Name in iPhone

1. Go to the Gmail app on your iPhone.
2. Click on the (three horizontal lines) menu in the top corner.
3. Scroll to the Settings option. Click it and select your account.
4. Navigate to Your info, privacy, and security category. Press the Personal info tab.
5. Hit the Name and then the pencil icon.
6. Add a new name, press the Save button.

These are the methods that can change the display name in Gmail. Some users also want to change the email address of their Gmail account. However, it is not as simple as changing the Gmail name.

How to Change Gmail Address?

Google doesn’t allow you to rename your existing Gmail address. But there are some professional who wants to change their professional Gmail email address. To do this, you have to create a new Gmail account and move the data to the new account. To start the process, first, I am going to create a new Gmail address.

1. First, go to the Google sign-up page.
2. Click on create new account option. Enter your new email address.
3. Provide the password and set up your recovery options.

The above method is used to create a personal account. If you are changing the address of the new employee or need a new professional email account. You need to create a professional Gmail account, i.e., Google Workspace account. After creating a new one, move your data to the new account.

Move Data to New Gmail Account

Manually, you can move your personal Gmail data. But if you are migrating your professional account. Then you can use SysTools G Suite Migration Tool, a professional tool to easily move your data from one account to another without any issues. This is a secure way to transfer your old professional Gmail account to another.

After that, link your new Gmail address to other devices or apps and update it. If you are changing the Gmail address of a user, inform them.

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In Conclusion

Over time, users have to change display name in Gmail. Therefore, this article provides you with how you can change your Gmail name on desktop and mobile. In addition to that, I also explain how you can change in Gmail address of a personal or professional account.