This is the easiest way to update your display name for a local account. Press the , type Control Panel , and press Enter . Click User Accounts , then click User Accounts again.
If the menus are confusing or you want a guaranteed way to change the name, use the terminal.
This changes the name you see on the login screen and Start menu. Windows Key Control Panel , and hit Enter. User Accounts User Accounts Manage another account Choose the local account you want to edit. Change the account name Change Name ⚙️ Method 2: Use Advanced User Accounts (netplwiz) This is a quick way to access account properties directly. , and press Enter. Select your user account from the list. Properties Update the field (this is what displays on the login screen).
If you’re using a (not a Microsoft account) and want to rename the display name that appears on the login screen and Start menu, follow these quick steps:
Here’s a concise, step-by-step write-up for changing the name of a local account in Windows 11, written in a clear “how-to” style.
Methods (brief)
Replace OldUserName with your current name and NewUserName with your desired name.
