Updated on November 7, 2026
To change your Windows 11 laptop’s Bluetooth name, open Settings > System > About > Rename this PC. Enter the name you want, then restart the computer. Windows uses the computer name to identify the PC to other Bluetooth devices.
How to change the Bluetooth name on a Windows 11 laptop
- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
- Choose System, then About. You can see your current Device name here.
- Select Rename this PC. Enter a recognizable name, such as
Studio-Laptop, and select Next. - Save any open work. Select Restart now, or choose Restart later and restart when you’re ready.
- After restarting, open Settings > Bluetooth & devices and check the name Windows shows.
These steps also apply to a desktop running Windows 11. See Microsoft’s device-renaming instructions.
How to check the name other Bluetooth devices see
Open Settings > Bluetooth & devices and make sure Bluetooth is on. Windows shows a Discoverable as message with the computer name. Compare that name with the entry on the phone or other device you’re connecting to. Microsoft describes this message in its Bluetooth troubleshooting guide.
Which Bluetooth name do you want to change?
| Name you want to change | Where to change it |
|---|---|
| The name a phone or another PC sees for this computer | Use Rename this PC in Windows Settings. |
| A headset, speaker or other accessory’s name | Check the accessory maker’s app or supported settings. |
| A paired device’s label inside Windows | Check that device’s Properties. Some devices allow a local name. |
Start with the row that matches what you’re trying to rename. For help pairing a headset or choosing its audio output, see our guide to Bluetooth headphones in Windows.
If another device still shows the old name
- Check the Windows name. Go back to Settings > System > About and confirm that the new Device name appears.
- Restart if you chose Restart later. Finish the restart before checking Bluetooth again.
- Refresh the other device’s Bluetooth search. Reopen its Bluetooth settings and look for the computer again.
- Clear a saved pairing if needed. If the old name belongs to an existing pairing, remove or forget that PC on the other device, then pair again. You’ll need to confirm the connection again on both devices when prompted.
For pairing steps, use the other device’s instructions or Microsoft’s Bluetooth pairing guide.
Frequently asked questions
Does this work on a desktop PC?
Yes. On a Windows 11 desktop or laptop, open Settings, System, About and choose Rename this PC. Restart, then check the name in Bluetooth settings.
Why can’t I change my Windows 11 Bluetooth name?
If Windows asks for administrator approval, use an administrator account or ask the person who manages the PC. A work or school policy may control the name. If Windows rejects the new name, follow the message in the rename window and try a simple name such as Studio-Laptop.
Do I need to rename the adapter in Device Manager?
Use Settings, System, About to change the computer name. Device Manager entries identify the Bluetooth adapter and driver, and their available fields vary by device.
Can I rename Bluetooth headphones from my laptop?
Some accessories have a Rename option in their manufacturer’s app. Some also allow a local label through Windows device properties. Check the accessory’s instructions, since a label saved on the PC may appear differently on another phone.
Why is my Bluetooth name different from my Wi-Fi name?
The Wi-Fi network name belongs to your router. Your Windows PC advertises its own computer name over Bluetooth. Each device has its own naming settings.
Do I need to pair my devices again after renaming the PC?
Start by reconnecting the existing pairing. If the other device keeps showing an old saved name, remove that specific pairing and pair again.