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 in your Google Account settings so it stays the same across all Google services. The fastest route is to edit it directly in Meet just before you start or join—this takes about 30 seconds and does not affect your account name anywhere else.
If you want the change to stick permanently, you will need to update your Google Account name in your account settings. Both methods work, and you can use either one depending on whether you need the change for just one meeting or for all your future meetings.
Key Takeaways
- You can change your display name in Google Meet without signing into a different account by editing it in the meeting settings before you join.
- To change your name permanently across all Google services, go to myaccount.google.com, select "Personal info", and edit your name there.
- If you are already in a meeting, you can change your name by clicking your profile picture in the top right corner and selecting "Change name".
- Your camera and microphone settings are separate from your name and do not need to be adjusted when you change how you appear.
Change your name before joining a meeting
When you open Google Meet and are about to join a call, you will see a preview screen with your camera feed and your current display name at the bottom. Click on your name where it appears on that preview screen. A text box will open where you can type a new name for that meeting only.
Type the name you want to use, then click "Join now" or press Enter. Your new name will appear to everyone in the meeting. This change applies only to that single meeting—the next time you join a different meeting, your original name will show up again unless you change it again.
Change your name while you are already in a meeting
If you are already in a meeting and want to change your name, look for your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen. Click on it. A menu will appear with several options, including "Change name".
Click "Change name", type the new name you want, and click "Save". Everyone in the meeting will see the change take effect when ready. Like the pre-meeting change, this applies only to the current meeting unless you also update your Google Account name in your settings.
Change your name permanently in your Google Account
To change the name that appears in Google Meet every time you join a call, you need to update your Google Account name. Go to myaccount.google.com in your web browser and sign in with the account you use for Google Meet.
Click on "Personal info" in the left menu. Find the "Name" section and click on it. You will see fields for your first name and last name. Edit these fields with the name you want to use, then click "Save". This change will take effect the next time you join a Google Meet meeting.
Be aware that changing your Google Account name will change how your name appears in Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, and every other Google service you use. If you only want to change your name for Google Meet and not for other services, use the temporary name-change method before joining a meeting instead.
What happens if you change your name mid-meeting
When you change your name while you are already in a meeting, the change shows up right away for everyone else in the call. They will see your old name disappear and your new name take its place. If you are sharing your screen, the name change does not affect what is on your screen—only how you appear as a participant.
If someone is recording the meeting, your new name will appear in the recording from the moment you changed it forward. Any chat messages you sent before the name change will still show your old name next to them.
Troubleshooting name changes that do not appear
If you changed your name but it is not showing up in the meeting, try refreshing the page or leaving and rejoining the call. Sometimes the change takes a few seconds to sync across Google's servers, especially if many people are in the meeting.
If you changed your Google Account name and it is still not appearing in Meet, sign out of your Google Account completely, then sign back in. This forces your browser to reload your account information. If the problem continues, try using a different browser or clearing your browser cache.
If you are on a mobile device and the name change is not working, make sure you are using the official Google Meet app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. The web version of Meet on mobile sometimes has display issues that the app does not have.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different name in Google Meet than in my Google Account?
Yes. You can change your name just before joining a meeting, and that change applies only to that meeting. Your Google Account name stays the same. This is useful if you want to use a nickname, a professional name, or a shortened version of your name for a specific call.
Does changing my name in Google Meet change my Gmail address?
No. Your Gmail address is separate from your display name. Changing your display name in Google Meet or in your Google Account settings does not change your email address. People will still reach you at the same Gmail address.
What if I do not see a "Change name" option in my meeting?
If you are a guest joining a meeting without a Google Account, you may not be able to change your name once the meeting has started. Try changing it on the preview screen before you click "Join". If you are signed into a Google Account and still do not see the option, try refreshing the page or using a different browser.
Can the meeting host prevent me from changing my name?
No. Google Meet does not have a setting that prevents participants from changing their display names. Any participant can change their name at any time during a meeting, whether they are a guest or signed in with an account.
If I change my Google Account name, when does it show up in Google Meet?
The change usually appears the next time you join a meeting after updating your account name. If you are already in a meeting when you change your account name, you may need to leave and rejoin for the new name to show up.