Change your Clash Royale name through the in-game settings menu

To change your player name in Clash Royale, open the game and tap the settings icon (a gear symbol) in the top right corner of the main screen. From there, select your profile or account section, find the name field, and enter your new name. The game allows you to change your name once every 30 days, and you can use up to 16 characters including letters, numbers, and some special characters.

If you're playing on a mobile device linked to a Supercell ID or Google Play account, your name change syncs across all devices where you're logged in. The change takes effect when ready in your clan, in battle replays, and on the leaderboards. Other players will see your new name the next time they encounter you in battle or check your profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Open settings from the main menu, tap your profile section, and edit the name field directly in the game.
  • Clash Royale enforces a 30-day cooldown between name changes, so you cannot change it again until that period passes.
  • Your new name appears when ready to other players in your clan, in battle history, and on global leaderboards.
  • If your account is linked to Supercell ID or Google Play, the name change updates on all devices where you're signed in.
  • The game filters certain words and symbols, so some names may be rejected as inappropriate or invalid.

Where to find the name change option

The settings menu is located in the top right corner of the main Clash Royale screen, next to your trophy count and level. Tap the gear icon to open settings. From the settings screen, look for a section labeled "Profile," "Account," or your player name at the top—this varies slightly depending on your device and game version, but it is always near the top of the menu.

Once you enter your profile section, you will see your current name displayed in an editable field. Tap on the name to highlight it, then delete the old text and type your new name. After you enter the new name, look for a "Save," "Confirm," or checkmark button to explore the change. The game will notify you if the name is invalid or already taken by another player.

The 30-day cooldown between name changes

Clash Royale limits how often you can change your name to once every 30 days. This cooldown begins the moment you confirm a name change, not when you first open the settings menu. If you try to change your name before 30 days have passed since your last change, the game will display a message telling you when you will be able to change it again.

The timer resets from the exact time of your previous change, so if you changed your name on March 15 at 2:00 PM, you can change it again on April 14 at 2:00 PM. Plan your name changes carefully if you want to update your name frequently, as you cannot bypass this cooldown through any in-game purchase or setting.

What names are allowed and what gets rejected

Clash Royale accepts names up to 16 characters long and allows letters, numbers, spaces, and a few special characters like hyphens and underscores. The game's filter automatically rejects names that contain profanity, hate speech, or references to real people's names in certain contexts. Names that are too similar to existing player names or that impersonate famous players or Supercell staff are also blocked.

If your chosen name is rejected, the game will tell you it is invalid but may not explain exactly why. Try removing numbers, shortening the name, or choosing a completely different word. Avoid names that reference real people, use all capital letters to mimic official accounts, or include slurs or offensive language. If you believe your name was rejected unfairly, you can contact Supercell support through the in-game help menu.

How your new name appears to other players

Once your name change is confirmed, every player in your clan sees the new name when ready in the clan roster and in chat. In battle, your opponent will see your new name on the battle screen and in the battle log afterward. If you appear on a leaderboard—local, regional, or global—your new name displays there as well, usually within a few minutes of the change.

Replays of old battles still show your old name, because those recordings were made before the change. However, any new battles you play after the name change will display your new name in the replay. This means your battle history will show a mix of old and new names depending on when each battle took place.

Syncing your name across multiple devices

If your Clash Royale account is linked to a Supercell ID, Google Play account, or Apple ID, your name change syncs automatically to all devices where you are logged in. This means if you change your name on your phone, the change appears on your tablet or any other device running the same account within a few minutes.

If you play on multiple devices but have not linked your account to a Supercell ID or cloud service, each device maintains a separate local account with a separate name. In that case, changing the name on one device does not affect the other. To may support your name is the same everywhere, link your account to Supercell ID before making any changes. You can do this in the settings menu under "Account" or "Connections."

What to do if your name change did not work

If you tapped confirm but your name did not change, first check that you have a stable internet connection. Close the game completely and reopen it to see if the change took effect. Sometimes the game needs a moment to sync the change to Supercell's servers, and restarting forces that sync.

If the name still has not changed after restarting, check whether you are still within the 30-day cooldown from a previous name change. The game may have rejected the change silently if the cooldown was still active. If you are certain the cooldown has passed and the name is valid, try changing it to a different name first, wait a few minutes, and then change it again to your preferred name. If the problem persists, open the in-game help menu and contact Supercell support with a screenshot of the error.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name more than once every 30 days?

No. Clash Royale enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between name changes. You cannot pay gems, crowns, or any other currency to bypass this limit. The timer resets from the moment you confirm each change, so plan your name updates accordingly.

Will my old name be available for someone else to use?

Yes. Once you change your name, your old name becomes available for any other player to claim. If you want to keep that name reserved, do not change it. There is no way to lock or hold a name you are no longer using.

What happens to my name in old battle replays?

Your old name remains in replays of battles that took place before the change. New battles you play after the name change will show your new name in replays. This is normal and cannot be changed retroactively.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my name?

Clash Royale allows a limited set of special characters like hyphens and underscores, but emojis and most other symbols are blocked by the game's filter. Stick to letters, numbers, spaces, and basic punctuation. If a character does not appear in the name field when you type it, the game does not support it.

What if someone else is using the name I want?

Player names in Clash Royale do not have to be unique, so multiple players can have the same name. However, each player has a unique player ID number that distinguishes them. If your desired name is taken, you can still use it—other players will tell you apart by your ID, clan, and trophy count.