Yes, you can change your name in Clash of Clans, and it costs gems
Clash of Clans lets you change your in-game name whenever you want, but each change costs gems — the premium currency. The first name change is free, but every change after that requires you to spend gems. The exact gem cost depends on how many characters your new name will have, but it typically ranges from 500 to 1,000 gems for most names.
You do not need to wait a set number of days between name changes, and there is no limit to how many times you can rename your village. The only real restriction is that your new name must follow Supercell's naming rules: no offensive language, no impersonation of famous people or brands, and no excessive special characters or numbers.
Key Takeaways
- Your first name change in Clash of Clans is free, but every change after that costs gems based on the length of your new name.
- You change your name through the Settings menu in the game, then tap on your current name to open the rename window.
- Supercell rejects names that contain profanity, impersonate real people or companies, or use too many special characters.
- You can change your name as often as you want with no waiting period between changes, as long as you have enough gems.
How to change your name step by step
Open Clash of Clans and tap the Settings icon in the bottom right corner of the main screen. It looks like a gear or wrench. From the Settings menu, find and tap on your current village name at the top of the screen — it should be displayed prominently near your player level and trophy count.
A rename window will pop up showing your current name and a text box for your new name. Type in the name you want, then tap the button to confirm the change. If this is your first name change, the game will show "Free" instead of a gem cost. If you have changed your name before, the gem cost will display before you confirm. Tap again to complete the purchase and explore your new name.
What names Supercell will reject
Supercell has a moderation system that blocks certain names before you can use them. Names containing profanity, slurs, or sexually explicit language will be rejected when ready. The game will not let you submit the name at all — you will see an error message and have to try again with different text.
Names that impersonate real people, celebrities, or major brands are also blocked. This includes names that look like official Supercell accounts or famous streamers. Additionally, names with excessive numbers, random special characters, or repeated letters designed to look like spam will be rejected. Supercell's system is automated, so if your name gets rejected, it triggered a filter — try removing the problematic word or character and resubmit.
How much gems cost for a name change
The gem cost for renaming scales with the length of your new name. A short name of 3 to 5 characters typically costs around 500 gems. Longer names of 10 or more characters can cost 1,000 gems or more. The exact pricing is not published by Supercell, but you will see the exact cost displayed in the rename window before you confirm the purchase, so you can decide whether to proceed.
If you do not have enough gems in your account, the rename button will be greyed out and you will not be able to complete the change. You would need to purchase more gems through the in-game shop using real money, or wait until you earn enough gems through gameplay or special events.
Can you change your name back to a previous one
Yes, you can rename your village back to a name you used before, and it will cost gems just like any other name change after the first one. There is no special discount or free option for reverting to an old name. If you change your mind about a new name and want to go back to something you used in the past, you will need to pay the gem cost again.
This means if you experiment with different names frequently, the gem costs can add up quickly. Many players choose their name carefully before spending gems on changes, or they save their gem spending for name changes only when they are certain about the new name they want.
What happens to your clan tag and player ID
Your clan tag and player ID remain the same no matter how many times you change your village name. Your player ID is a unique string of numbers and letters that Supercell assigns to your account, and it never changes. This is how the game tracks your progress, trophies, and buildings — not by your name.
Your clan tag is also separate from your village name. If you are in a clan, your clan tag will stay the same when you rename your village. Other players can still find you by your player ID or by searching your old name in some cases, but your active display name will be the new one you chose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the first name change really free?
Yes. When you first rename your village in Clash of Clans, the game shows "Free" instead of a gem cost. Every name change after that requires gems. This is a one-time free rename per account, not per name.
Can I change my name if I am in a clan?
Yes, changing your village name does not affect your clan membership or your clan tag. You can rename yourself while in a clan without leaving or losing your position. Your clan mates will see your new name the next time they view the clan roster.
What if I try to use a name that is already taken?
Clash of Clans allows multiple players to have the same village name. There is no uniqueness requirement, so you can use any name that passes the content filter, even if another player already has it. The game does not check for duplicate names.
Do I lose my progress if I change my name?
No. Your village, buildings, troops, trophies, and all progress stay exactly the same when you rename. Only the display name changes. Your player ID and all game data remain linked to your account.
Can I change my name back when ready after changing it?
Yes. There is no cooldown period between name changes in Clash of Clans. You can rename your village as many times as you want in a single day, as long as you have enough gems for each change after the first one.