You can change your Facebook page name from the page settings menu

To change your page name, open your Facebook page, click the Settings button in the top right corner, then select Edit Page Info from the left menu. Find the Page Name field, type your new name, and click Save Changes. The new name appears immediately on your page.

Facebook allows you to change your page name as often as you want, but there are a few restrictions. Your new name must follow Facebook's naming rules — it cannot contain numbers at the start, excessive symbols, or misleading information designed to impersonate someone else. If your page represents a business, organization, or public figure, the name should match what people actually call that entity.

If you have changed your page name recently, you may see a message saying you must wait before changing it again. This cooldown period typically lasts a few days, though Facebook does not publish the exact timeframe. If you need to change it urgently, you can contact Facebook through the Help Center to request an exception.

Key Takeaways

  • Go to your page Settings, click Edit Page Info, update the Page Name field, and save — the change takes effect right away.
  • Your new name cannot start with numbers, use excessive symbols, or impersonate someone else, or Facebook will reject it.
  • If you changed your page name recently, you may have to wait a few days before changing it again.
  • If your page represents a real business or organization, use the actual name people know it by, not a made-up variation.
  • You can contact Facebook through the Help Center if you need to change your name sooner than the system allows.

Where to find the page name setting

Open your Facebook page and look for the Settings button — it appears as a gear icon in the top right area of your page header, next to the Follow button and other options. Click it to open a dropdown menu.

From the dropdown, select Edit Page Info. This opens a panel on the left side of your screen with several sections, including General, Messaging, and Templates. The Page Name field is in the General section, usually near the top. Click directly on the name field to edit it.

What names Facebook will and will not accept

Facebook rejects page names that start with numbers, contain excessive punctuation or special characters, or use misleading language designed to trick people. For example, a page called "123 Coffee Shop" or "***CLICK HERE***" will not be approved. Names that impersonate real people or organizations without permission are also blocked.

If your page represents a real business, nonprofit, or public figure, use the actual name that entity goes by. A coffee shop called "The Daily Brew" should use that name, not "The Daily Brew — Best Coffee Ever" or "DAILY BREW OFFICIAL." Facebook's system flags pages that appear to misrepresent themselves, and repeated violations can result in the page being removed.

If Facebook rejects your new name, you will see an error message explaining why. Read it carefully — it usually tells you which rule your name broke. Adjust the name and try again.

How long the change takes to appear

Once you click Save Changes, your new page name appears on your page almost immediately. Your followers will see the updated name in their feed and on your page profile. The name also updates across Facebook's search results, though this can take a few hours to fully propagate.

If you have a verified page (indicated by a blue checkmark), changing your name does not affect your verification status. The checkmark stays with your page.

What happens if you change your name too often

Facebook limits how frequently you can change your page name to prevent spam and abuse. If you have changed your name within the last few days, you will see a message saying you must wait before changing it again. The exact waiting period is not published, but it typically ranges from three to seven days.

This cooldown applies to each individual page, not to your account as a whole. If you manage multiple pages, you can change the name of one page while another is on cooldown.

If you need to change your name sooner, you can contact Facebook's Help Center and explain your situation. Facebook does not always grant exceptions, but it is worth requesting if the change is urgent — for example, if your business legally changed its name or if you made a typo that is confusing your audience.

Changing your page name versus your username

Your page name and your username are two different things. The page name is what appears at the top of your page and in search results. The username is the custom URL — for example, facebook.com/yourpagename — that people can use to find you.

When you change your page name, your username does not change automatically. If you want to update your username to match your new page name, you must do that separately in the Settings menu under Page Info, in the Username field. You can only change your username once every 60 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my page name affect my followers or posts?

No. Your followers stay subscribed to your page, and all your old posts remain visible. The only thing that changes is the name that appears at the top of your page and in search results. Your page history, photos, and content are unaffected.

Can I change my page name back to what it was before?

Yes, but you will have to wait through the cooldown period again. If you changed your name and want to revert it, you can do so after the waiting period ends. There is no limit to how many times you can change it, as long as you respect the cooldown between changes.

What if Facebook says my new name violates their rules?

Read the error message Facebook provides — it explains which rule your name broke. Common issues are numbers at the start, too many symbols, or language that appears to impersonate someone. Revise your name to remove the offending element and try again. If you believe Facebook made a mistake, you can appeal through the Help Center.

Does changing my page name affect my business verification or badge?

No. If your page has a blue checkmark or other verification badge, it stays with your page after you change the name. The verification is tied to your page, not to the specific name you use.

Can I use special characters or emojis in my page name?

Facebook allows some punctuation — like hyphens, apostrophes, and ampersands — but not excessive symbols or emojis. If you try to use too many special characters, Facebook will reject the name. Stick to letters, numbers (not at the start), and light punctuation.