How to Change the Name of Your iPad in Settings

To change your iPad’s name, open Settings > General > About > Name, replace the current name, and tap Done. The new name makes the iPad easier to identify in AirDrop, Find My, Bluetooth, and when it connects to a Mac or PC. This changes only the device name; it does not change the name or email address associated with your Apple Account.

What you need before changing your iPad’s name

Before you start, make sure you have:

• The iPad turned on and unlocked or otherwise accessible.
• Permission to change settings on the iPad.
• The new name you want to use.

An internet connection is normally unnecessary because the name changes locally in Settings. If you need the updated name to appear in Find My or on another device, connect to the internet afterward so those services can refresh.

School- or work-managed iPads can restrict device-name changes. If the Name field is missing, dimmed, or cannot be edited, the organization’s administrator may control it.

How to change the name of your iPad

Follow this path to edit the device name:

Settings > General > About > Name

1. Open Settings on your iPad.
2. Tap General.
3. Tap About.
4. Tap Name. The current iPad name appears in an editable text field.
5. Delete the existing name and enter the new name. Choose a label that will be easy to recognize, such as Sarah’s iPad or Marketing iPad.
6. Tap Done on the keyboard or in the upper-right corner, depending on your iPadOS version. The About screen should now show the new name.

To confirm the change, check the Name row on the About screen before leaving Settings. You do not need to change any Apple Account settings to rename the iPad; the device name is separate from your account information.

Where the new name will appear

The new name identifies this particular iPad in these places:

• AirDrop: Other nearby devices may see the iPad’s new name when choosing an AirDrop recipient.
• Find My: The iPad can appear under the updated name in the Devices list.
• Bluetooth: The new name can identify the iPad when it is visible to Bluetooth accessories or other devices.
• Finder: On a Mac, the iPad can appear with its new name when connected for syncing, updates, or device management.
• iTunes: On a Windows PC or an older Mac that uses iTunes, the connected iPad can appear with its new name.
• Computer backups and syncing: The name can help distinguish this iPad from other devices in Finder or iTunes.

Changing the iPad’s device name does not change your Apple Account name, Apple Account email address, contact information, or the name shown on other Apple devices signed in to that account. Those details are managed separately through your Apple Account settings.

What to check if the old name still appears

If Settings > General > About > Name shows the new name but another device or app still shows the old one, refresh the connection:

• Close and reopen AirDrop, Find My, Finder, or iTunes.
• Turn Bluetooth off and back on, then reconnect the accessory if the old name appears in Bluetooth.
• Disconnect and reconnect the iPad to the computer.
• Restart the iPad and check again.
• Make sure you are viewing the same iPad and not an older device with a similar name.

Find My and other connected services can take a short time to update, especially if the iPad or the viewing device is offline. Confirm the name locally first at Settings > General > About > Name.

If the Name field is unavailable or cannot be edited, the iPad may be supervised by a school or workplace. Do not try to remove management simply to change the label; that can affect access to required apps, accounts, or data. Ask the organization’s IT administrator to change the device name or adjust the applicable restriction.

Conclusion

The change is complete when `Settings > General > About > Name` shows the new label. AirDrop, Find My, Bluetooth, Finder, iTunes, and computer backups or syncing can use that label to identify the iPad, although another device or service might need to refresh. If the `Name` field is locked, the school or workplace administrator must make the change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my iPad’s name without changing my Apple Account name?

Yes. The iPad’s device name is independent of your Apple Account name, email address, and contact information. Change it at `Settings > General > About > Name`.

Why can’t I edit the Name field on my iPad?

A school or workplace may manage the iPad and restrict this setting. If the field is missing, dimmed, or not editable, contact the organization’s administrator instead of trying to remove device management.