Yes, you can change your League of Legends summoner name through the in-game shop

You can change your summoner name in League of Legends by purchasing a Summoner Name Change item from the in-game shop using Riot Points (RP), the premium currency. The process takes about a minute and your new name becomes active when ready after you confirm it. The cost is 1,300 RP, which is roughly $10 USD, though prices vary slightly by region.

Your old name becomes available for other players to claim after a short waiting period. If you change your mind within a few days, you cannot reclaim your previous name—it enters a general pool. Plan your new name carefully before you purchase the change, because Riot does not refund name changes once they are complete.

Key Takeaways

  • You purchase a Summoner Name Change from the in-game shop for 1,300 RP and confirm your new name when ready in the same window.
  • Your old summoner name becomes available for other players to use after a waiting period, so you cannot get it back if you change your mind.
  • The name change takes effect right away—you do not need to log out or restart the client.
  • Summoner names must follow Riot's naming policy: no offensive language, no impersonation of pro players or streamers, and no names that look like account credentials.

Where to find the Summoner Name Change in the shop

Open the League of Legends client and click the Shop button in the top right corner. In the shop window, look for the search bar at the top and type "Summoner Name Change" to find the item quickly. You can also navigate to the Accessories section and scroll until you see it listed.

Click on the Summoner Name Change item and you will see the price (1,300 RP) and a button that says Purchase. Click that button and the client will open a text box where you type your new name. Type it carefully—this is your only chance to check it before you pay.

What names are not allowed

Riot blocks summoner names that contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. Names that impersonate professional players, popular streamers, or Riot employees are also rejected. You cannot use names that look like passwords, email addresses, or account credentials, and you cannot use special characters or numbers in ways that mimic real accounts.

If you try to confirm a name that breaks these rules, the client will reject it and ask you to choose a different one. You will not be charged RP if the name is refused. Names that are too similar to existing ones (within a few characters) are also blocked to prevent confusion.

How long the name change takes to process

The name change is active the moment you confirm it in the shop window. You will see your new summoner name in your profile, in your friends list, and in loading screens when ready. You do not need to log out, restart the client, or wait for a server update.

Your old summoner name does not disappear right away—it stays reserved under your account for a short period so you can see it in your match history and profile. After that waiting period (which varies by region), your old name enters the pool of available names and other players can claim it.

What happens to your rank and match history

Changing your summoner name does not affect your rank, your LP, your division, or any of your account progress. Your match history remains attached to your account under your new name. Other players can still find your old games by searching your new summoner name in the match history tool.

Your friends list updates automatically to show your new name. Players who had you added will see the change the next time they log in or refresh their friends list. You stay in the same ranked tier and division—the name change is purely cosmetic.

If you do not have enough Riot Points

If you have fewer than 1,300 RP, you can purchase more RP directly from the shop. Click the + button next to your RP balance in the top right corner and choose how much RP to buy. RP comes in bundles ranging from 650 RP up to 15,000 RP, and the price per RP is slightly better in larger bundles.

You can also wait for sales or events where Riot occasionally discounts the Summoner Name Change item, though this is rare. Some regional events or promotions may offer discounts, so check the shop regularly if you want to save RP.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get my old summoner name back if I change my mind?

No. Once your old name enters the available pool, you cannot reclaim it. If you want to use that name again, you would have to wait for another player to stop using it and then hope it becomes available—which is unlikely. Choose your new name carefully before you purchase the change.

How often can I change my summoner name?

You can change your summoner name as often as you want, as long as you have the RP to pay for each change. There is no cooldown or limit on how many times you can do it. However, changing your name very frequently can confuse your friends and teammates, so most players change it only occasionally.

Will my teammates see my old name in replays?

Replays recorded before you changed your name will still show your old summoner name in the replay file. Once you watch a new game after the name change, your new name appears in those replays. The match history tool shows your new name for all games, regardless of when they were played.

What if someone else takes the summoner name I want?

If another player claims your desired name before you do, you will have to choose a different one. Summoner names are first-come, first-served once they enter the available pool. You can try adding numbers or slight variations to the name you want, or pick something entirely different.

Do I need to change my password after changing my summoner name?

No. Your summoner name and your account password are separate. Changing your summoner name does not affect your login credentials or account security. Your password stays the same unless you choose to change it yourself through the account settings.