How to Change the Name of Your AirPods in a Few Steps (2026)

Changing the name of your AirPods makes them easier to spot in Bluetooth lists, Find My, and device-switching menus across your Apple devices.

This guide shows the current rename steps on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android, and Windows, plus what to do if the new name does not stick.

Steps on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

On iPhone or iPad, the quickest rename path is the AirPods settings page that appears near the top of Settings when your AirPods are connected.

Here's how:

1. Wear your AirPods and make sure they are connected to your iPhone or iPad.
2. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad, then tap the name of your AirPods near the top of the screen. If it does not appear, use Bluetooth instead.
   

   Settings app on your iPhone or iPad

3. In the list of devices, tap the blue "i" icon next to your AirPods.
   

   Select your AirPod from the list

4. Enter a new name in the Name field.
   

   The name of your AirPods

5. Once you've inserted a new name, click Done in the bottom-right corner of the keypad.

When you go to find your AirPods in your device list, they will now be listed under the new name.

Steps on Mac

You can also change the name of your AirPods on Mac. Note that this method will update the AirPods name on all devices logged in with the same Apple ID as the Mac.

Here is how:

1. Go to the Bluetooth settings on your Mac, turn Bluetooth on, and ensure that your AirPods are paired with your Mac.
2. Select System Preferences from the Apple menu.
   

   Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu

3. Choose Bluetooth.
   

   Bluetooth on the System Preferences interface

4. Right-click or Control-click on the list of AirPods and choose "Rename".
5. Type the new name you want to use and confirm the changes.

Tip: The updated name appears across Apple devices that use the same Apple Account after the AirPods reconnect.

Steps on an Android Device

The process is also straightforward if you want to change the name of your AirPods on an Android device.

Here's how:

1. Long-press the Bluetooth symbol in your pull-down menu, to access the settings.
   

   Pull down the menu on android device

2. Turn on your Bluetooth and wait for the list of associated devices to appear.
3. Select the gear icon next to the name of your AirPods.
4. Tap "Rename" and give your buds a new name.
5. Once you click "Rename," you're done.
   

   Rename AirPod on android

Steps on a Windows PC

If you have a Windows PC and want to change the name of your AirPods, you can do so there as well. Note also that the change usually applies only to that PC and not to your other paired devices.

However, renaming your AirPods can help you better arrange the Bluetooth devices listed on your computer. If you're unsure how to go about it, follow the steps below:

1. From the Windows menu, select Control Panel.
2. Select "Devices and Printers".
   

   Control panel on Windows PC

3. Locate your AirPods among the Bluetooth devices.
4. Right-click on them and choose "Properties".
   

   Windows PC- Control panel-select properties

5. Go to the "Bluetooth" tab.
6. Change the name of your device.
7. Click "Apply" and then "OK".
   

   Select OK to complete the renaming process

Fix AirPods' Name Keeps Reverting Back

If your AirPods name keeps reverting to the default label, the rename may not have saved to the current connection or the AirPods may need to be reconnected.

To solve the issue, you'll need to reset your AirPods. Resetting erases all existing data and starts a brand new connection between the AirPods and the device, which can help eliminate any glitches that may have been causing the problem.

Here's how you can reset your AirPods:

1. Go to Settings and select Bluetooth.
2. Select the "i" button.
   

   AirPods Settings on iPhone

3. Select "Forget This Device".
4. Keep holding the AirPods setup button down until it becomes white.
   

   AirPods’ setup button

Q1: How to Rename AirPods That Aren't Mine?

If you need to rename AirPods that are not yours, the best solution is to contact the previous owner and ask them to remove the device from their Apple ID with Find My feature. This will allow you to connect the AirPods with your account and rename them.

If the previous owner isn't available or unwilling to remove them from their account, you can still connect the AirPods to your iPhone by resetting them. This will prevent the previous owner from seeing the AirPods' location, even though you won't be able to rename them.

Q2: Is It Possible to Rename First- And Second-Generation AirPods?

Yes, you can rename your first and second-generation AirPods using the information above. You can use the same method to rename AirPods Pro and AirPods Max.