How To Change iPhone Name & Why?

iPhone is interestingly becoming the first preference of Young Adults. You will hardly come across a person who doesn’t possess an iPhone, especially the Gen Z. Let it be because of its reliability, enhanced connectivity, swift interface or the brand value itself – It’s hard to specify the popularity of the iPhone among youngsters. Owning an iPhone comes with its benefits; one of which is the ability to name your device whatever you want.

Changing your iPhone name has many benefits. Such as;

• It allows you to personalize your device according to your desire.
• Serves as an identifier for device recognition. Therefore, facilitates enhanced connectivity and pairing with other devices.
• Adds a personal touch to the user experience.
• Makes it difficult for unauthorized parties to know the specific information about your iPhone.

Here’s how you can change your iPhone and why you should do it in 2024.

Why you should change your iPhone name?

As said earlier, changing your iPhone name is your first step towards user personalization. It helps you name your device for better connectivity with Bluetooth, AirDrop, CarPlay, Screen Mirroring, and other network connections.

Changing your iPhone name is very simple and easy. It requires no authorization procedures; you can simply do it by going to Settings.

A step-by-step guide to change your iPhone Name

Using ‘Settings’.

1. Unlock your iPhone.
2. Locate the ‘Settings’ app on your iPhone’s home screen and click on it.
3. In the main menu, you can either scroll down to find the ‘General’ option or search it from the search bar present at the top.
4. Click on the ‘General’ option.
5. From the sub menu, select the “About” option.
6. You will see your default iPhone name on the top, according to the iPhone model you are using.
7. To change your iPhone name, click on the “Name” option.
8. Write the new name for your iPhone.
9. Tap on “Done” to apply changes and save the new name to your iPhone.

Now all of your iPhone services (which use the name of your iPhone such as Bluetooth, AirDrop, iTunes, iCloud, etc) are changed to the new name.

Using your Apple ID

To change your iPhone name using Apple ID;

1. Open the “Settings” application on any of your linked iOS device
2. Click on the ‘Apple ID’ option/name present at the top.
3. Scroll down to find the option “Name, Phone Numbers, Email” and click on it.
4. Tap on the “Edit” option, present right next to your name.
5. Enter the new name for your iPhone.
6. Click on “Done” to make the changes.

This will update your iPhone name across all of your Apple devices linked to that particular Apple ID.

Using the ‘Find My’ application on iOS

You can also change your iPhone name with the ‘Find My’ application present on all of the Apple devices.

1. Navigate the “Find My” app on the home screen of your iOS device and click on it.
2. Select the “Devices” tab present at the bottom of the screen.
3. Choose the iPhone you want to change the name of, from the list of linked devices shown.
4. Tap on the “i” icon next to your iPhone’s name.
5. Click the “Name” option, usually present at the top.
6. Enter the new name for your iPhone.
7. Tap “Done” to apply the changes.

The new name will be automatically assigned to your selected iPhone device.

Why you should change your iPhone Name?

Security and Privacy

When you change your iPhone’s name, it makes a unique identifier at the backend that prevents unauthorised sources and/or malicious software from attacking your device. Therefore, adding an extra layer of protection while browsing the internet. On the other hand, if you don’t change your iPhone name, the generic iPhone names that are set by default increase your exposure to hackers.

Personal touch to your experience

Changing your iPhone name adds a personal touch to your experience. You can set any name that best aligns with your interests, preferences and personality for a unique user experience. Therefore, strengthening the mental connection between the device and its user to some extent as well.

Unique identity

An iPhone with a changed name (as set by the user) offers a unique identity for the device. Whether you are using Bluetooth, AirDrop, CarPlay or any other type of network connection; one can easily identify and connect various devices seamlessly.

Device Management

If you are using more than one device, changing the name of your iPhone contributes to device management and identification. Wherever you are, you can easily locate your device.

Easily Locate Backups

When you have a unique name for every device or iPhone you possess, you can easily locate different backups and manage them efficiently. Therefore make sure that you access the right kind of backup when changing your device or transferring data across new devices.

Tips for changing the name of your iPhone

• Avoid a generic name i.e. an easily identifiable name. Instead, keep your name specific to your identity.
• Keep the name short, unique and easy to remember. Though you won’t; need your iPhone name for security checks and backup management, knowing the name of your iPhone still works out for your benefit as you can manage it accordingly in iCloud.
• To add a personal touch to your phone, select a name that best resonates with your interests and passion.

Name your iPhone with the purpose you are using it for, such as;

• Home use.
• Personal use.
• Office use.
• Travel use.
• Family use.
• Kids use, etc.

Things to consider when changing your iPhone name

1. Changing your iPhone name may disrupt the device management systems that you are using because they primarily rely on the device’s name for identification. If so, make sure that you update the new name of your iPhone in the device management system as well.
2. If you are using multiple iOS devices, particularly iPhones, have a different name for each iPhone for better identification in the ‘Find My’ app.
3. Avoid ambiguous names or names that are too childish. Be precise and sensible about naming your iPhone device.

So that’s how and why you should change your iPhone name in 2024.