How to change incorrect account name in Messages on iPhone?

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How to change incorrect account name in Messages on iPhone?

Hi All,

I hope someone can point me in the right direction. Below is an image of messages screen on my iPhone. It shows EL (Edina) as the account. This is not correct and I cannot seem to be able to change this. I am not sure how this occurred, but at some stage in the past Edina shared Apple TV or something as part of family sharing - Not sure if this is when this occurred. Would appreciate help to change this to my name in messages account.

iPhone 13, iOS 17

Posted on Feb 10, 2026 2:10 AM

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LD150

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Feb 10, 2026 3:23 AM in response to PASEL

Try this

do all 6 steps here, don't miss any out

1. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn off iMessage

2. Settings, Apps, Facetime, Turn off Facetime,

3. Power down the phone

4. Turn on the phone again

5. Settings, Apps, Messages, turn on iMessage,

6. Settings, Apps, Facetime, turn on Facetime

Then ensure your correct number appears in the Send & Receive

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How to change incorrect account name in Messages on iPhone?

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