How to change Alexa name

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“Alexa” is the default name that Amazon’s speaker assistant responds to when you give it a command. However, sometimes the noise from the television or radio can also trigger it, causing some confusion. While Amazon doesn’t offer an official solution to this problem, you can still personalize your assistant by changing its name or whatever wake word catches its attention.

This guide will tell you how you can change the Alexa wake word using a voice command and on your mobile device.

How to change Alexa name with a voice command

If you have an Amazon speaker, it will help you change the Alexa wake word. Here’s how to do it:

1. Use the phrase “Alexa, change my wake word” to turn on the speakers.
   
2. The virtual assistant will respond: “I can help you change the activation word for this device. Should we do that now?
   
3. Say “Yes” to start the action.
   
4. Alexa will review the available options. You can select “Amazon,” “Computer,” “Ziggy,” or “Echo.”
   
5. Say the option you like the most.
   After changing the wake word, “Alexa” will appear as one of the options the next time you want to make a name change.
   
6. Once Alexa has adjusted the wakeword settings, you’ll hear: “Okay, you can call me (wakeword) on this device in a few seconds.”
   

Try using the new name to make sure Alexa has registered the change.

You can also change Alexa’s default female voice with a voice command. To do this, use the words “Alexa, change your voice.” The command allows Alexa to respond with a more masculine voice.

Once you set a different wake word through your speakers, your Alexa mobile app will also record the change.

How to change the Alexa name on a mobile device

The Alexa mobile app allows Android and iOS users to control the wake word that activates their assistants.

How to change the Alexa name on an iPhone

Changing the activation word on an iPhone tablet is a relatively simple process.

1. Open the Amazon Alexa app on your tablet and select “Devices.”
   
2. Choose the “Echo & Alexa” option at the top of the interface.
   
3. Tap “Wake Word” on the “General” card. It will also show the current wake word setting.
   
4. Press the option you want to set as the new wake word. Choose from “Alexa”, “Computer”, “Amazon”, “Ziggy” and “Echo”. Unfortunately, it is not yet possible to enter a custom name.
   
5. When you see the pop-up message telling you that the process will take a couple of minutes, press “OK.”
   
6. Once the changes are saved, your new Alexa name will be visible in the “Wake Word” tab.

Try summoning your assistant with the new activation job to test it.

In addition to setting the wake word, there are other ways iPhone users can personalize their Alexa experience.

The mobile app for iPhone allows you to control the accent of your virtual assistant. It’s a valuable feature when you use Alexa on multiple devices and want to differentiate which device responds. To change the accent:

1. Launch the Alexa app and tap “Alexa Devices.”
   
2. Select the device you want to respond to with a different accent.
   
3. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click “Languages.”
   
4. Choose an accent from the dropdown menu.
   
5. Press “Save changes” to finish the action.
   

How to change the Alexa name on an iPad

If you’ve already done this on an iPhone, you should have no difficulty switching to a different Alexa wake word on an iPad. The instructions are similar for all iOS mobile devices.

1. Launch the Alexa mobile app on your iPad, then tap “Devices” at the bottom of the screen.
   
2. Select “Eco and Alexa.”
   
3. Select “Wake Word” from the “General” menu. You will see the current name of your virtual assistant.
   
4. Choose a new activation word from the list of available names. You can choose “Computer”, “Alexa”, “Ziggy”, “Amazon” or “Echo”. There is no option to type a different name.
   
5. The application will advise you to wait until the action is finished. Press OK.”
   
6. When the changes are successful, the new wake word will be displayed in the mobile app.
   

The mobile app on your iPad also has a built-in feature that allows users to change their Alexa’s accent. To do it on your tablet:

1. Open the Alexa app and select “Alexa Devices.”
   
2. Choose one of the available devices to adjust your accent settings.
   
3. Go to the bottom of the interface and press “Languages”.
   
4. Tap one of the available accents.
   
5. Once you’re done, press “Save Changes.”
   

How to change Alexa name on an Android device

The Alexa app for Android also allows Amazon users to switch to another wake word. To do it:

1. Open the Android Alexa app and tap “Devices” at the bottom of the app.
   
2. Choose the “Echo and Alexa” tab.
   
3. On the “General” card, press the “Wake Word” option.
   
4. Select the new wake word from the list. You can set it to “Alexa”, “Ziggy”, “Computer”, “Echo” or “Amazon”. You cannot enter a custom name for your virtual assistant.
   
5. It will take a few minutes for the mobile app to update the settings. Click OK.”
6. The new wake word will appear in the mobile app when the action is completed.
   

While you can’t choose a custom name for your Alexa, you can decide what accent the assistant will use to respond to commands. To select a different accent on an Android device:

1. Enter the Alexa app on your Android, then click on the “Alexa Devices” option.
   
2. Choose one of your Echo devices to change its accent.
   
3. Navigate to the bottom of the interface and press “Languages”.
   
4. From the pop-up menu, choose an accent based on your preference.
   
5. Press “Save Changes” when you’re done.
   

How to Change Alexa Name on Kindle Fire HD Tablet

If you’re using a Kindle Fire HD 10 or Fire HD 8 as an Echo device, it comes with a feature that lets you choose a different Alexa wake word. This is how you do it:

1. Enter the “Settings” of your tablet.
   
2. Navigate to the “Device” section and click “Alexa.”
   
3. Select the “Wake Word” option in the new menu.
   
4. Tap “Amazon” to set it as the new wake word.
   

The two names available on the Kindle Fire tablet are “Alexa” and “Amazon.” Other devices, such as iPhones and Android tablets, offer a wider selection of wake words.

How to change your Alexa profile name

Alexa users can decide what name Alexa will call them using their smartphone. It’s a cool feature that makes interacting with your virtual assistant more personal.

How to Change Your Alexa Profile Name on an iPhone

The Alexa app allows you to set a nickname or use a name variation on your profile. To change your name on an iPhone:

1. Open the Alexa mobile app.
   
2. Find the “Communication” tab at the bottom of the app.
   
3. Click the profile icon at the top of the screen.
   
4. Select “My communication settings” under your profile name.
   
5. Tap “Edit.”
   
6. Enter your new profile name.
   
7. Press the “Save” button to record the change.
   

How to Change Your Alexa Profile Name on an iPad

Changing your name on an iPad only requires a few relatively simple steps. To have Alexa call you by a different name:

1. Launch the Amazon Alexa app on your iPad.
   
2. Scroll down to the “Communication” card.
   
3. Tap your profile in the top right corner.
   
4. Choose “My communication settings” under your profile name.
   
5. Select the “Edit” option.
   
6. Enter a new profile name.
   
7. Click “Save” to correctly set the name.
   

How to Change Your Alexa Profile Name on an Android Device

A new Alexa profile name can be chosen on an Android tablet.

1. Enter the Alexa mobile app on your tablet.
   
2. Go to the “Communication” section at the bottom of the interface.
   
3. Tap your profile icon at the top right of the app.
   
4. Click “My Communication Settings” under the profile name.
   
5. Press “Edit.”
   
6. Enter a new name for your profile.
   
7. Tap “Save” to finish the action.
   

Get the most out of Amazon’s Alexa

Until Amazon releases an update that will allow users to set custom names for their virtual assistants, you can choose from the built-in wake word options for your Alexa.

Hopefully, this guide has helped you learn how to personalize your user experience by changing your profile name and Alexa wake word and accent.

Have you tried changing the wake word before? What device did you use? Let us know in the comments section below.