You can change your Clash of Clans name once every 30 days using gems or a name change item

To change your name in Clash of Clans, open the game and tap your profile icon in the top left corner. Select the name field at the top of your profile screen, then tap the pencil icon next to your current name. Type your new name (up to 15 characters) and confirm the change. The first name change costs 500 gems. After that, each change within a 30-day period costs 500 gems, or you can wait 30 days from your last change to rename for free.

If you do not have 500 gems and do not want to spend real money, you can wait for the 30-day cooldown to expire. Once 30 days have passed since your last name change, you can rename your clan or account without paying gems. Some players receive name change items as rewards from special events or the Season Pass, which also let you rename without spending gems.

Key Takeaways

  • Open your profile, tap the pencil icon next to your name, type a new name up to 15 characters, and confirm the change.
  • The first name change costs 500 gems; subsequent changes within 30 days also cost 500 gems each.
  • After 30 days from your last name change, you can rename for free without spending gems or items.
  • Name change items from events or the Season Pass let you rename without gems, even if the 30-day cooldown has not expired.
  • Clan names and player names follow the same 30-day cooldown rule and cost structure.

Where to find the name change option in your profile

Your profile is the central place to manage your account details, including your name. Tap the profile icon—it looks like a shield with your player level—in the top left corner of the main screen. This opens your profile page, where you will see your current name displayed prominently at the top.

Next to your name, you will see a small pencil icon. Tap this icon to enter edit mode. A text field will appear where you can delete your old name and type a new one. The game will show you how many characters you have used (the limit is 15 characters, including spaces). Once you have typed your new name, tap the checkmark or confirm button to save the change.

Understanding the 30-day cooldown and gem cost

Supercell enforces a 30-day waiting period between name changes to prevent spam and account abuse. If you change your name today, you cannot change it again for 30 days unless you pay 500 gems. This cooldown applies whether you paid gems for the first change or used a free name change item.

The 30-day timer resets each time you change your name. If you change your name on January 1st and then again on January 15th (paying 500 gems), your next free change will not be available until February 15th. Gems are Clash of Clans' premium currency, and 500 gems is a meaningful cost if you do not purchase them with real money. Most players earn gems slowly through achievements and events, so paying for frequent name changes is not practical for most accounts.

How to rename your clan instead of your player account

Clan names follow the same rules as player names: you can change them once every 30 days, and the cost is 500 gems per change within that window. To rename your clan, you must be the clan leader. Tap the clan banner at the top of the screen to open your clan page, then look for the clan name at the top.

Tap the pencil icon next to the clan name to edit it. Type your new clan name (also limited to 15 characters) and confirm. If you are not the clan leader, you cannot change the clan name—only the leader has this permission. If your clan leader is inactive, you may need to request co-leader status or wait for leadership to pass to an active member before you can rename the clan.

Getting name change items from events and the Season Pass

Supercell regularly gives away name change items through special events, challenges, and the Season Pass. These items work exactly like paying 500 gems: they let you change your name when ready, even if the 30-day cooldown has not expired. The next 30-day timer starts after you use the item.

The Season Pass is a monthly reward track that costs gems or real money to unlock the premium tier. The premium track often includes a name change item as one of the rewards. Special events tied to holidays or game updates sometimes offer name change items as well. Check the in-game news section and your current event list to see if a name change item is available. If you are patient and play regularly, you can often get a free name change item without spending real money.

What happens if you change your name too often

Changing your name frequently does not trigger a ban or penalty beyond the gem cost and cooldown. However, other players may find it confusing if you change your name constantly, especially if you are in a clan or regularly play with the same group. Clan mates rely on recognizing each other by name, so frequent changes can make coordination harder.

If you change your name to impersonate another player or to evade a clan ban, Supercell may take action against your account. The game's terms of service prohibit impersonation and ban evasion. Beyond that, you are free to change your name as often as you want—as long as you have gems or name change items and are willing to wait out the 30-day cooldown between free changes.

Troubleshooting name change problems

If the pencil icon does not appear next to your name, check that you are logged into the correct account and that you have not already changed your name within the last 30 days. The icon will not show if your cooldown is still active. You can also check the exact date of your last name change by looking at your account history or asking your clan leader if they remember when you last renamed.

If you tap the pencil icon and the game asks for gems but you expected a free change, your 30-day cooldown may not have fully expired. The timer counts from the exact time of your last change, not from midnight or the start of a new day. If you changed your name at 3 p.m. on a Tuesday, you cannot change it for free until 3 p.m. the following Tuesday. If you are still seeing a gem cost after 30 days have passed, try closing and reopening the game to refresh the timer.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes. There is no restriction on changing your name back to a previous name. If you renamed yourself and regret it, you can change back to your old name by following the same steps—either by paying 500 gems or waiting 30 days for a free change. Other players may have already taken your old name, so you might not be able to use it if someone else claimed it in the meantime.

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

No. Changing your name does not affect your account, troops, buildings, trophies, or any other progress. Your player ID (a number assigned to your account) stays the same. The name change is purely cosmetic and only affects how other players see you in the game.

What if someone else already has the name I want?

Clash of Clans allows multiple players to have the same name. You can use any name you want, even if another player already has it. The game does not enforce unique names, so you will not be blocked from using a name because someone else has it. However, this can make it harder for clan mates to tell you apart if you share a name with another active player.

Can I change my name if I am in a clan?

Yes. Being in a clan does not prevent you from changing your name. Your clan membership stays the same, and your clan mates will see your new name the next time they view the clan roster. If you are the clan leader, you can also change the clan name separately using the same process.

Is there a way to change my name without waiting 30 days or spending gems?

The only way to avoid the 30-day cooldown without gems is to use a name change item from an event or the Season Pass. These items are given away periodically, so if you play regularly and complete events, you can earn free name changes over time. Otherwise, the 30-day wait is the only free option.