You can change a Facebook group name from the group settings menu if you are the group admin

To change your Facebook group name, open the group, tap or click the three dots or gear icon at the top, select "Edit Group Settings" or "Group Settings," find the name field, type the new name, and save. The process takes less than a minute on desktop or mobile. Only group admins can make this change — regular members cannot rename the group.

Facebook does not limit how many times you can change a group name, so you can update it whenever you need to. The new name appears immediately to all members. If you change your mind, you can change it back using the same steps.

Key Takeaways

  • Only group admins can change the group name; members without admin rights cannot access the settings menu.
  • The name change takes effect right away and shows to all group members without requiring their approval.
  • Facebook does not restrict how often you can rename a group, so you can update it as many times as needed.
  • The steps differ slightly between desktop and mobile, but both routes use the group settings menu.
  • Changing the group name does not affect the group URL or the member list.

Steps to change the name on desktop

Open Facebook in a web browser and navigate to your group. Look for the three horizontal dots or a gear icon near the top of the group page, usually to the right of the group name or in the header area. Click that icon and a menu will appear.

Select "Edit Group Settings" from the menu. You will see a form with several fields. Find the field labeled "Group Name" at the top. Clear the current name and type the new one. Click "Save Changes" or "Save" at the bottom of the form. The page will refresh and your new group name will display immediately.

Steps to change the name on mobile

Open the Facebook app and go to your group. Tap the three dots or gear icon at the top right of the screen. Scroll down and tap "Edit Group Settings" or "Group Settings."

Tap the "Group Name" field, delete the current text, and type your new name. Scroll to the bottom and tap "Save" or "Done." The app will return to the group page and the new name will appear at the top.

What happens when you change the group name

The new name shows to all members instantly. Members will see the updated name in their group list, in notifications, and when they visit the group page. Facebook does not send a notification to members that the name has changed, so they may not notice unless they visit the group.

The group URL (the web address) does not change when you rename the group. If you shared a link to the group before the rename, that link still works and leads to the group with its new name. The member list, posts, and all other group content remain exactly as they were.

Reasons to rename a group

Groups are often renamed when their purpose shifts or becomes clearer over time. A group that started as "Book Club" might become "Mystery Book Club" to be more specific. Groups created for temporary events sometimes get renamed after the event ends. A group called "Planning Sarah's Wedding" might become "Sarah and Mike's Wedding" or "The Newlyweds" after the event.

Some groups are renamed to fix spelling errors or typos in the original name. Others are renamed when leadership changes or when the group expands to serve a wider audience. There is no penalty for renaming, so you can update the name whenever it no longer fits what the group has become.

If you cannot find the settings menu

If you do not see the three dots or gear icon, you may not have admin rights for the group. Only admins can access group settings. Ask the group creator or another admin to change the name, or request that they promote you to admin so you can make the change yourself.

If you are an admin but still cannot find the settings option, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the Facebook app. Sometimes the menu does not load on the first try. On mobile, make sure you are tapping the three dots at the top of the group page, not elsewhere on the screen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can members see who changed the group name?

Facebook does not show members a log of who made the change or when it happened. Members will see the new name, but they will not receive a notification or see details about the admin who renamed it.

Will changing the group name affect the group URL or links to the group?

No. The group URL stays the same, so any links you shared before the rename will still work. The link will lead to the group with its new name.

Can I change the group name back to what it was before?

Yes. Use the same steps to rename it again. Facebook does not prevent you from reverting to an old name or changing the name as often as you want.

What if I want to change the group description instead of the name?

The group description is a separate field in the same settings menu. Open "Edit Group Settings," find the "Description" or "About" field, update it, and save. This does not affect the group name.

Do I need permission from members to rename the group?

No. As an admin, you can rename the group without asking members. However, if the group is large or the name change is significant, it is often a good idea to let members know in a post so they understand the change.