How to change a contact name on iPhone
Open the contact, tap Edit, change the name and tap Done. It updates in Phone and Messages too.
The fix
Edit the name
- 1
Open Contacts and tap the person.
- 2
Tap Edit.
- 3
Change the name and tap Done.
The fix
From a Messages conversation
- 1
Tap the name at the top of the chat.
- 2
Tap the contact card, then Edit.
- 3
Change the name and tap Done.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the name change back?
The contact may come from Gmail or Outlook that syncs over it. Edit it in that account, or save it to iCloud instead.
Why does Messages show a different name?
The person may share their own Name and Photo. Tap Update or Don’t Update when Messages asks.
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