Update the name that displays on Caller ID for each mobile number on your wireless account.

Update your display names

  1. Go to your account profile. Sign in, if asked.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Expand the line you want to update, if needed.
  4. Select Edit for Caller ID.
  5. Enter the info and select Save.

It may take up to 72 hours for Caller IDs to show an updated Caller ID name.

Other important details

  • You may have to sign out and sign back in to see the new name displayed online.
  • The Caller ID name displays on phones that have Caller ID. It doesn’t override a name saved in a wireless device.
  • People may need to clear your number from their Caller ID record for your new name to appear.
  • Some home phone service providers may not offer Caller ID or get regular updates to their Caller ID info.
  • For AT&T Prepaid®, the Caller ID name will always say Wireless Caller.
Last updated: December 8, 2025

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