The quickest way to rename your group

To change a Facebook group name, open the group, tap or click the group name at the top, select Edit Group Settings, find the name field, type the new name, and save. The whole process takes about 30 seconds on either a phone or computer. You need to be a group admin to make this change.

Facebook does not limit how many times you can rename a group, so you can change it back if you make a mistake. The new name appears when ready to all members.

Key Takeaways

  • Only group admins can change the group name — regular members cannot.
  • The name change takes effect when ready and shows up for all members right away.
  • You can rename a group as many times as you want with no waiting period between changes.
  • Facebook does not notify members when a group name changes, so you may want to post an announcement if the change is significant.

Step-by-step instructions on a phone

Open the Facebook app and navigate to the group you want to rename. Tap the group name at the very top of the screen — it appears in a header bar above the posts. A menu will pop up with several options.

Look for Edit Group Settings and tap it. Scroll down until you see the Group Name field. Tap inside it, delete the old name, and type the new one. When you are finished, scroll down and tap Save at the bottom of the screen. The name updates when ready.

Step-by-step instructions on a computer

Go to Facebook.com and navigate to your group. Click the group name at the top of the page — it appears in the header area. A dropdown menu will appear with several options including Edit Group Settings.

Click Edit Group Settings. On the settings page, locate the Group Name field near the top. Click inside it, clear the old text, and type your new name. Scroll down and click the Save button. The change takes effect right away.

What happens if you do not have admin rights

If you are a regular member of the group, you will not see the Edit Group Settings option when you click the group name. Only admins can access group settings and make changes like renaming.

If you need to rename the group but are not an admin, contact one of the current admins and ask them to make the change. The group creator is always an admin, and there may be others listed in the group's info section.

Reasons to announce a name change to your members

Facebook does not send a notification when a group name changes. Members will see the new name the next time they visit the group, but they might not notice right away if they do not check often.

If you are renaming the group because its purpose has shifted, or if the new name is very different from the old one, post a message in the group explaining the change. This prevents confusion and helps members understand why the group looks different. A straightforward post saying "We have renamed this group to better reflect our focus on [new topic]" is usually enough.

Renaming a group you no longer want to manage

If you are thinking about renaming a group because you want to hand it off to someone else, you have another option: transfer admin rights. You can make another member an admin, and then remove yourself as an admin. That person can then rename the group however they want.

To transfer admin rights, go to Edit Group Settings, scroll to the Admins section, and click the button to add a new admin. Type the name of the member you want to promote. Once they are an admin, you can remove yourself by clicking the X next to your own name in the admin list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change a group name back to one I used before?

Yes. Facebook does not prevent you from reusing an old group name. If you renamed a group and want to go back to the original name, you can do that at any time. Just follow the same steps to edit the group settings and type the old name back in.

Will members get a notification when I change the group name?

No. Facebook does not send notifications for group name changes. Members will see the new name when they visit the group, but they might not notice unless you tell them. Posting an announcement in the group is the best way to make sure everyone knows about the change.

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

The name change is when ready. As soon as you save it, the new name appears for all members. There is no delay or waiting period.

Can I use special characters or emojis in a group name?

Facebook allows most characters in group names, including numbers and some punctuation. Emojis usually work as well. If Facebook rejects a name you try to save, it means that name violates community standards or contains characters Facebook does not allow. Try a different name.

What if I accidentally changed the group name and want to undo it?

Facebook does not have an undo button for group name changes, but you can change it back manually. Go to Edit Group Settings, change the name back to what it was before, and save. Do this as soon as you notice the mistake so members do not get confused.