How to Change the WordPress User’s Display Name

You can change the display name of your WordPress account, which shows on WordPress posts and comments.

Steps to change the WordPress User’s Display Name

  1. Log in to the WordPress dashboard.

  2. From the Dashboard menu, go to Users and click on Profile.

    2. From the Dashboard menu, go to Users and click on Profile.
  3. Locate Nickname and enter your new name.

    3. Locate Nickname and enter your new name.
  4. From the Display name publicly as, choose your newly added nickname from the drop-down menu.

    3. Locate Nickname and enter your new name.
  5. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Update Profile.

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