Renaming your paired Bluetooth devices can help make managing connections easier by giving your devices names that are clearer and more recognizable. Here is a guide on how to rename Bluetooth devices across various platforms.
Prerequisites
Before renaming your Bluetooth device, make sure:
- Your device supports Bluetooth connectivity
- Bluetooth is enabled on your device
- The device you want to rename is currently paired and connected
On Android Devices
To rename a paired Bluetooth device on Android:
- Open Settings
- Go to Connected Devices > Connection Preferences > Bluetooth
- Tap on Device Name
- Enter a new name and tap Rename
Alternatively, you can:
- Go to Settings > About Phone/Tablet > Device Name
- Enter a new name and tap Rename
On iPhones/iPads
To rename a paired Bluetooth device on iOS:
- Open Settings > Bluetooth
- Tap the i icon next to the device
- Tap Name
- Enter a new name and tap Done
On Windows
To rename a paired Bluetooth device on Windows:
- Go to Settings > Devices > Bluetooth & Other Devices
- Click on the device and select Rename
- Enter a new name and click Done
Alternatively, you can:
- Open Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers
- Right click the device and select Properties > Bluetooth
- Enter a new name and click Apply
On macOS
To rename a paired Bluetooth device on macOS:
- Go to System Preferences > Bluetooth
- Right click on the device and select Rename
- Enter a new name and click Rename
Tips
- Use descriptive names to easily identify devices, e.g. “Jenny’s AirPods” instead of just “AirPods”
- You may need to disconnect and reconnect a device for the new name to appear
- Some devices do not allow renaming
- Give your device a unique name if having connectivity issues to easily identify it
Renaming your Bluetooth devices makes them easier to recognize and manage when pairing and switching between multiple devices. Follow the guide above to change the names of your paired Bluetooth gadgets across platforms.
