If you’re using a local account (not a Microsoft account) on Windows 11, changing the displayed name is straightforward. Below are the quickest and most reliable methods.

This changes the display name that appears on the Start menu and login screen.

  • Select the local account you want to rename.
  • Click the Properties button that appears next to the account name.
  • In the new window, type the new name you desire in the "Full Name" field.
  • Click Apply and then OK.
  • | Need | Action | |------|--------| | Change sign‑in name only | Method 1 (Control Panel) | | Also rename user folder | Method 3 (Registry edit) | | Microsoft account | Convert to local account first |

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