Knowing how to change your Gmail name is useful if you want to update the name people see when you send emails. Your Gmail display name can be different from your actual Gmail address, so changing it does not require creating a new email account. You can update the name through Gmail settings using a computer or web browser. Find Send mail asLocate your Gmail addressSelect the edit optionEnter Your New NameClick Edit info next to your Gmail address. Remember that changing your Gmail name does not change your actual Gmail email address.