How to Change Xiaomi Phone Name in 5 Minutes

Why Change Your Phone Name and What It Does

Your Xiaomi smartphone name isn’t just a tag on your device list; it’s displayed when you connect over Bluetooth, on your local Wi-Fi network, when you use Mi Share or Quick Share, and in your Mi Account settings. By default, the manufacturer of assigns standard names like Redmi Note 12 pro POCO X5, But it's easy to change them to something more personalized, like Alexey_iPhone_Killer or Xiaomi_Secret_Lab.

The main reasons for changing the name:

• 🔍 Simplify identification among other devices on the network (especially if you have multiple Xiaomi gadgets in your home).
• 🔒 Security: A standard name can give off a phone model, making it easier for attackers to target attacks.
• 🎮 Player Nick: If you use your phone for streaming or multiplayer, a unique name will add personality.
• 📱 Sync with accessories: smart watches, headphones or fitness bracelets Mi Band will display your custom name.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to change the name to Xiaomi, including hidden settings for power users. Instructions are checked on MIUI 14/15 and work on models from Redmi 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra, as well as on POCO and Black Shark devices.

Method 1: Change your name through the basic MIUI settings

The simplest method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and later is that you don’t need root rights or additional apps – just access to standard settings.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen).
2. Go to About Phone (usually at the bottom of the list).
3. Slip on the line Device Name (some firmware may be called Phone Name).
4. Enter a new name (maximum 32 characters, letters, numbers, hyphens and underline support).
5. Press OK or Save.

Changes will be applied instantly and will be visible:

• 📶 List of Wi-Fi Direct devices.
• 🔵 When connected via Bluetooth (for example, to a car or headphones).
• 📱 In the Mi Account settings (if you are authorized).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI for POCO If the device name is not in About Phone, try going to Settings. → Additionally. → Name of device.

Method 2: Change your name via Bluetooth (alternative method)

If the standard method didn’t work, or you want to change the name only for Bluetooth connections, use this method.It’s useful when you need to hide the real model of the phone when pairing with other devices.

How to do this:

1. Open Settings → Bluetooth.
2. Activate Bluetooth if it is turned off.
3. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Rename the device (some models call the device name).
4. Enter a new name (up to 20 characters) and save it.

This method changes the name only for Bluetooth, without affecting other features, for example, on a Wi-Fi network, the phone will still display with the old name.

⚠️ Note: If you use Xiaomi with custom firmware (like Pixel Experience or LineageOS), the standard methods may not work. ADB or edit system files manually.

Method 3: Change the system name through developer modes

For advanced users who want to change the system name of the device (it is used in ADB, debugging and some engineering menus), you will need to activate the developer modes.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap on the line MIUI version 7 times in a row until the notification appears You became a developer!
3. Return to the main Settings menu and open a new Developer section (usually at the bottom of the list).
4. Find the device host name (or Hostname) and enter a new value.
5. Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

This is the only way to change the name that appears in ADB commands (e.g., when running adb devices).

Problems and mistakes when changing a name

Most of the time, it's going smoothly, but sometimes users are going to get bugs, and here are the most common problems and solutions.

• 🔄 Name doesn't change after you save: Try restarting your phone. If it doesn't work, reset your network settings to Settings. → SIM-maps and networks → Resetting network settings.
• ❌ Save button is inactive: Make sure you enter valid characters (no spaces or special signs like @ or #).
• 📵 Name dropped after update MIUI: This is a known bug of some firmware. Repeat the name change procedure after the update.
• 🔒 No "Device Name" in the settings: On some models POCO or Black Shark, this section can be hidden. Use the method via Bluetooth or activate the developer modes.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📱 Version MIUI: on very old firmware (below) MIUI (10) the function may not be available.
• 🔧 Access rights: If you use a work profile or a limited account, some settings may be blocked.
• 🛠️ Castom software: on unofficial firmware, the path to settings may differ.

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If you often connect your phone to different devices (such as a car and headphones), add a device type prefix to your name: Car_Xiaomi12T for the car Audio_Xiaomi12T It's going to make it easier to identify in the list of conjugated gadgets.

How to Get Back a Standard Phone Name

If you’ve been experimenting with names and want to get back the factory name (like the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G), there are two ways to do it:

Method 1: Through resetting settings

1. Open Settings → System and device → Resetting settings.
2. Select Network Settings Reset (this won’t delete your data, but will return the standard name for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth).
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

Method 2: Manual input

Just enter the device name of your model in the box, and you can find out:

• 📄 On the phone box.
• 🔍 In settings: Settings → The phone. → Model.
• 🌐 On the official website of Xiaomi in the characteristics of your model.

⚠️ Warning: After resetting your network settings, you'll have to reconnect to all your stored Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices!

Additional tips for working with the device name

A few life hacks that will be useful when setting up:

• 🔤 Use Latin: Some devices (such as car radios) incorrectly display Cyrillic in Bluetooth names.
• 🔢 Add a number: If there are several Xiaomi phones in the house, enter a number in the name (for example, Xiaomi_1, Xiaomi_2).
• 🔒 Avoid Personal Information: Do not use real names, phone numbers or addresses in your name.
• 📲 Check the display: After changing the name, connect the phone to another device and make sure it displays correctly.

If you frequently connect to public networks (such as in cafes or airports), a unique name will help avoid confusion. POCO X5 Pro can be specified Ivan_POCO_X5_CoffeeLover — You can easily find your phone in the list of connected devices.

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Changing the phone name does not affect its performance, but it can make it easier to identify on networks and improve security by masking the real model.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing the name to Xiaomi