Change your League of Legends name through the client or website

You can change your summoner name — the name that appears in-game — through the League of Legends client or the official website. The process takes a few minutes and costs 1,300 Riot Points (the premium currency) or 13,900 Blue Essence (earned in-game). Once you submit the change, your new name takes effect when ready, though the old name becomes available for other players to claim after a short delay.

The name change feature is available to all players regardless of rank or account age. You can change your name as often as you want, but each change costs the same amount. There is no limit to how many times you can rename your account.

Key Takeaways

  • Access the name change tool through the League client under your profile settings or through the official League website.
  • Each name change costs 1,300 Riot Points or 13,900 Blue Essence, and the change takes effect when ready.
  • Your new name must follow League's naming rules: no offensive language, no impersonation of pro players or Riot staff, and no special characters outside of spaces and hyphens.
  • If your desired name is taken, you will see that message before confirming the purchase, so you can choose a different name without losing currency.
  • Your old summoner name becomes available for other players to claim after a waiting period, but your match history and rank stay attached to your account.

How to change your name through the League client

Open the League of Legends client and log in to your account. Click on your summoner name or profile icon in the top right corner of the client window. Select "Profile" from the menu that appears.

On your profile page, look for the option to edit your summoner name — this is usually labeled "Change Summoner Name" or shown as an edit button next to your current name. Click that button. A window will open asking you to enter your new name and confirm the cost (1,300 Riot Points or 13,900 Blue Essence). Type your desired name, check that it follows the naming rules, and click "Change Name" to complete the purchase.

How to change your name through the website

Go to the official League of Legends website and sign in with your account. Navigate to your account settings or profile page — this is usually found by clicking your account name or avatar in the top right corner. Look for a "Change Summoner Name" option or link.

Enter your new summoner name in the field provided. The system will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or violates the naming rules. If your name is available, you will see the cost displayed (1,300 Riot Points or 13,900 Blue Essence). Confirm the purchase to explore the change. Your new name will be active in the client within a few moments.

Summoner name rules and restrictions

League enforces specific rules about what names are allowed. Your summoner name cannot contain offensive language, slurs, or hate speech. It cannot impersonate a professional League player, Riot Games employee, or streamer. Names that reference real-world violence, illegal activity, or sexual content are not permitted.

Your name can include spaces and hyphens, but not other special characters like underscores, numbers, or symbols. Names must be between 3 and 16 characters long. If you try to use a name that breaks these rules, the system will reject it before you pay, so you can try a different name without losing currency.

What happens to your old name

When you change your summoner name, your old name does not disappear when ready. Other players cannot claim it right away. After a waiting period (typically a few weeks), your old name becomes available in the name pool and other players can use it. This delay prevents confusion and gives you time to update your social media or streaming profiles with your new name.

Your match history, rank, and all account progress remain tied to your account regardless of what name you use. Changing your name does not reset your rank, delete your games, or affect your collection of champions and skins. Friends will see your new name in their friends list, but they can still find your old match history by searching your account.

If your desired name is taken

If the name you want is already in use by another player, the client or website will display a message saying the name is unavailable. You will not be charged any currency. You can then type a different name and check availability again. Keep trying different variations until you find a name that is both available and follows the naming rules.

Some players hold onto inactive accounts with desirable names. If a name you want is taken but the account appears inactive, you cannot force a name change on another player's account. Your only option is to choose a different name or wait to see if that player eventually stops playing and Riot removes the inactive account (which takes years of inactivity).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name for free?

No. Every summoner name change costs 1,300 Riot Points or 13,900 Blue Essence. There is no free name change option, though new accounts sometimes receive a free rename token during onboarding. After that, all changes cost currency.

How long does it take for my new name to show up?

Your new name takes effect when ready in the client and in-game. You will see it the next time you log in or refresh your profile. Other players will see your new name in their match history and friends list right away.

Will changing my name affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, LP, match history, and all account data stay exactly the same. The only thing that changes is the name displayed. You can look up your old matches by searching your account, and your rank will still be visible under your new name.

What if I want to change back to my old name?

You can change your name back to your previous summoner name by paying the cost again (1,300 Riot Points or 13,900 Blue Essence). However, if someone else has claimed your old name during the waiting period, you cannot reclaim it. You would have to choose a different name instead.

Can I change my name if I have been banned or suspended?

If your account is currently suspended or banned, you cannot change your summoner name until the suspension ends or the ban is lifted. If your account is permanently banned, you cannot change the name. You would need to create a new account to play again.