Change your display name before or during a meeting
Your Google Meet display name comes from your Google Account. You can change it right before you join a meeting, or change it while the meeting is already running. The fastest way is to edit your name in the meeting itself — it takes about 30 seconds and only you need to do it, not your account administrator.
If you want to change the name that appears every time you use Google Meet, you'll need to update your Google Account name instead. That change affects your name across all Google services, not just Meet.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your display name for a single meeting by clicking your profile picture in the meeting and selecting "Change name" — this does not affect your Google Account.
- To change your name for all future Google Meet meetings, you must update your Google Account name in your account settings.
- Changes to your Google Account name take effect when ready across all Google services you use.
- Your meeting host cannot change your display name for you; only you can make this change.
Change your name for one meeting only
Open Google Meet and join the meeting. Once you're in the meeting, look for your profile picture or avatar in the bottom right corner of your screen (on a computer) or at the top of the screen (on a mobile device).
Click or tap your profile picture. A small menu will appear. Select "Change name" from the options. Type the new name you want to use for this meeting only. Click "Save" or "OK" depending on your device. Your new name will appear to everyone in the meeting when ready.
This change lasts only for that meeting. The next time you join a different Google Meet, your original name will appear again.
Change your name for all Google Meet meetings
To change the name that shows up every time you use Google Meet, you need to update your Google Account name. Go to myaccount.google.com in your web browser and sign in with your Google Account if you're not already signed in.
On the left side of the page, click "Personal info". Find the section that shows your name. Click the pencil icon next to your name to edit it. Type your new first name and last name in the fields provided. Click "Save" at the top of the page.
Your new name will appear in Google Meet within a few minutes. It will also update across Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Docs, and any other Google service you use.
What happens when you change your name
When you change your Google Account name, everyone who sees you in Google Meet will see the new name. This includes people in your contacts, people in meetings you attend, and people who search for you. Your email address stays the same — only your display name changes.
If you change your name for a single meeting and then change your Google Account name later, the single-meeting change is overwritten. The next time you join any meeting, your updated Google Account name will show instead.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not confuse your Google Account name with your email address. Your email address (the part before @gmail.com) cannot be changed. Only your display name can be changed. If you try to change your email address, you're looking in the wrong place.
If you're on a work or school Google Account (a Workspace account), your administrator may have locked your name so you cannot change it yourself. If you don't see an edit option when you try to change your name, contact your IT department or account administrator. They can change it for you or unlock the setting.
Remember that changing your name in Google Meet does not change your name in other apps or services outside of Google. If you use Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Slack, you'll need to change your name separately in each one.
Troubleshooting name changes that don't appear
If you changed your Google Account name but it's still not showing in Google Meet, try signing out and signing back in. Close the Google Meet tab completely, then open a new tab and go to meet.google.com. Sign in again and join a meeting — your new name should appear.
If you're using Google Meet on a mobile device and your name hasn't updated, force close the Google Meet app completely. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and close the app. On Android, go to Settings, find Google Meet, and select "Force stop." Then open the app again and join a meeting.
If the name still hasn't changed after 24 hours, check that you actually saved your changes in your Google Account settings. Go back to myaccount.google.com, click "Personal info," and verify that your new name is showing there. If it's not, you may not have clicked "Save" the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a nickname or different name in Google Meet?
Yes. You can change your Google Account name to any name you want — it doesn't have to be your legal name. You can use a nickname, a shortened version of your name, or any other text. Just go to myaccount.google.com, click "Personal info," and edit your name field.
Will changing my name in Google Meet change my name in Gmail?
If you change your name for a single meeting only, it won't affect Gmail. If you change your Google Account name, it will update everywhere — Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, and all other Google services. Your email address itself never changes.
Can the meeting host change my name for me?
No. Only you can change your own display name. The meeting host cannot change it for you, even if they have host permissions. You must make the change yourself from your profile picture menu.
What if I don't see a "Change name" option?
If you're on a work or school account, your administrator may have disabled name changes. Contact your IT department or account administrator to request the change. On personal Google Accounts, the option should always be available.
How long does it take for my name change to show in Google Meet?
Changes to your Google Account name usually appear in Google Meet within a few minutes. If you changed your name for a single meeting, it appears when ready. If the change hasn't shown after 30 minutes, try signing out and back in.