How to Change the Name on Zoom

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May 11, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to rename yourself during a live Zoom meeting.

Quick summary

Changing your display name in Zoom during a meeting takes just a few clicks using the Participants panel and the Rename option. This step-by-step guide shows exactly how to update your name in real time without leaving the call.

Steps

Open the Participants panel by clicking 'Participants' in the menu bar at the bottom of your screen.
Find your name in the participants list and click the 'More' button next to it.
Select 'Rename' from the options that appear.
Enter your preferred name into the input field and click 'Change' to confirm.
Your Zoom display name will now be updated and visible to all meeting participants.

📌 Why this matters

Knowing how to change your name in a Zoom meeting is a practical skill for professionals, students, and remote teams who need to correct a display name or switch to a preferred name without disrupting the call. Zoom's rename feature lets users update their meeting identity in real time through the Participants panel, ensuring they appear correctly to hosts and other attendees. This is especially useful for onboarding scenarios, shared devices, or anyone who joined with an incorrect or informal name. A quick, accurate name change improves professionalism and clarity in virtual meetings.

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