You can change your Clash of Clans name through the in-game settings menu

Open Clash of Clans and tap the settings icon (a gear symbol) in the bottom right corner of the main village screen. From there, select your profile or account name at the top of the settings menu. You will see an option to edit your name — tap it, delete the old name, type your new one, and confirm the change. The new name appears when ready in your village and to other players.

The first name change is free. After that, each change costs 500 gems, which is Clash of Clans' premium currency. If you do not have gems, you can earn them through the game by clearing obstacles on your map, completing certain achievements, or purchasing them with real money through the in-game shop.

Your name can be up to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and some special characters. Clash of Clans will reject names that contain profanity, impersonation of famous people, or references to illegal activity. If your name is flagged, you will be forced to change it the next time you log in.

Key Takeaways

  • The first name change costs nothing; every change after that costs 500 gems.
  • You change your name through the settings menu by tapping the gear icon and selecting your profile.
  • Names can be up to 16 characters and can include letters, numbers, and some special characters.
  • The game will reject names containing profanity, impersonation, or illegal references, and you will be forced to change a flagged name on your next login.
  • Gems can be earned through gameplay or purchased, so you do not have to spend real money to change your name again.

Where to find the name change option

The settings gear icon sits in the bottom right corner of your main village screen, next to the shop and army icons. Tap it to open the settings menu. At the top of that menu, you will see your current name and player tag (a unique code assigned to your account). Tap on your name to enter edit mode.

If you are playing on a device linked to a Supercell ID, Game Center, or Google Play account, you can also change your name through those platforms' account settings. However, the in-game method is faster and does not require leaving the app.

What happens when you change your name

Your new name shows up when ready in your village, in the clan chat, and on your profile. Other players see the change right away — there is no delay. Your player tag (the unique identifier) stays the same, so your account history, trophies, and clan membership do not change.

If you are in a clan, your clanmates will see the name change in the clan roster. If you have a clan or are a leader, your role does not change. War records and attack logs still show your account under the new name.

The cost of changing your name multiple times

After your first free change, each additional name change costs 500 gems. If you change your name ten times, you will spend 4,500 gems total (9 changes × 500 gems). Gems are earned slowly through gameplay — clearing obstacles typically gives 1 to 5 gems per obstacle, and completing achievements can reward 10 to 100 gems depending on the task.

If you want to change your name without spending gems, you can wait for special events or promotions. Supercell occasionally offers free name changes during seasonal updates or as part of limited-time events, though these are not may provide and do not happen on a set schedule.

Name restrictions and what the game will reject

Clash of Clans has an automated filter that blocks names containing profanity, slurs, or references to illegal activity. The filter also rejects names that impersonate famous people, celebrities, or well-known streamers. Names that are purely numbers or that mimic official Supercell accounts are also blocked.

If your name is flagged as inappropriate, you will receive a notification the next time you log in. You will be forced to change your name before you can play. The game gives you a grace period to choose a new name, but you cannot attack, defend, or participate in clan wars until you do.

How to choose a name that will not be rejected

Keep your name straightforward and original. Use your real name, a nickname, or a made-up word that does not reference real people or illegal activity. Avoid all-caps names that look like official accounts, and do not include slurs or profanity in any language — the filter catches many non-English words too.

If you are unsure whether a name will be rejected, test it. If the game blocks it during the change process, you will see an error message and can try a different name without losing gems. The filter gives you feedback before the change is confirmed, so you can adjust before spending currency.

Changing your name on linked accounts

If your Clash of Clans account is linked to a Supercell ID, you can change your name through that account's settings as well as through the game itself. Both methods work, but the in-game method is simpler. If you change your name through Supercell ID settings, the change may take a few minutes to sync to the game.

If you play on multiple devices (phone and tablet, for example), the name change syncs across all devices automatically as long as they are linked to the same account. You do not need to change the name separately on each device.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. There is no restriction on reusing old names. If you change your name and later want to go back to your original name, you can do so by paying 500 gems again (unless it is your first change, which is free). The game does not prevent you from cycling through names.

What if I change my name and then regret it when ready?

You cannot undo a name change once it is confirmed. However, you can change it again by paying 500 gems. There is no "undo" button, so think about your new name before you confirm it. The game does ask you to confirm the change before it goes through.

Do I lose my account or progress if I change my name?

No. Your account, trophies, buildings, troops, and clan membership all stay exactly the same. Only the display name changes. Your player tag (the unique code) never changes, so your account history is tied to the same tag regardless of what name you use.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my name?

Some special characters are allowed, but emojis are not. You can use periods, hyphens, underscores, and numbers. The game will tell you if a character is not allowed when you try to confirm the change. Stick to letters, numbers, and basic punctuation to avoid rejection.

How long does a name change take to show up?

Your new name appears when ready in the game. Other players see it right away in the clan roster, in chat, and on your profile. There is no waiting period or sync delay — the change is live as soon as you confirm it.