The user account name on a Windows device shows the name of the signed-in Microsoft account or work/school account.
To change which user is signed in, select the Start button on the taskbar. Then select the account name icon or picture to see a list of users you can switch to. Select another user to switch.
To edit the account name shown, select the account type:
To update your name, you'll need to sign in to your Microsoft account.
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Name changes may take up to 24 hours to update everywhere.
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The display name doesn't change your gamertag. If you want a new gamertag, see How to change your Xbox gamertag.
To update your name, you'll need to sign in to your work or school account.
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Some organizations do not allow users to change their names. Please contact your IT admin for support.
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Name changes may take up to 24 hours to update everywhere.
To update your name, you'll need to open Control Panel.
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Select Start , type Control Panel then select Open.
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Select User Accounts
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Select Change your account name
See also
Add or remove accounts on your PC
