How to Add Another Name in Facebook App

Author: Kunal | Guide: Facebook |

If you use Facebook while creating the profile, it will ask you to fill in all the details, NAME being the most important one. Now, when you create your Facebook profile with your given name there, it will reflect on your profile's bio as well. Sometimes, a person wants to add a nickname, maiden name, or another name to his Facebook profile. In this article, we will discuss how to add another name to Facebook App.

7 simple steps to add another name in Facebook App

Step 1: Open the Facebook app: The very initial step is to open the Facebook app. If you do not have the Facebook app on your device, first download it and login to your account.

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Step 2: Tap on the 3 lines: When you login & open the Facebook app, on the top right, next to the bell icon, there will be 3 lines as shown in the image, click on these 3 lines icon.

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Step 3: Tap on the settings icon:When you will click those 3 lines, you will come to the MENU page. On the top of the MENU page, there will be a "settings" icon (on the immediate left of the search option), click on that settings icon.

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Step 4: Tap on profile information: Once you are on the "settings" page, scroll down till the AUDIENCE & VISIBILITY section comes, under that section, click on "Profile Information".

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Step 5: Tap on add other name: The next page will be the "About" page, where you can add your personal information which will reflect your profile's bio. Scroll down and you will find the "Add Other Name" option, click on that option.

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Step 6: Add the name: After clicking on "Add Other Name", you will get an option to select whether it's a Nickname, Maiden Name, Married Name, etc. Choose anyone you prefer and Mention your Other name.

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Step 7: Tap on save: After mentioning your other name, you have to click on the blue colored "Save" option as shown in the below image. After clicking the "save" option, your other name will be saved and will reflect in your bio as well.

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By following these 7 simple steps, you will be able to add another name to Facebook App.

FAQs

Can I delete the other name?

Yes, whenever you want you can edit or remove the other name.

Will the other name appear on the top of my profile?

Whenever you will add another name, you will get an option to show your other name on top. If you select that option, it will appear on top else it won't.

Can I copy the Post link on Facebook App?

Yes, you can copy post links on Facebook App.

Will my initial name get affected if I add another name?

No, your initial name will remain as it is. The other name will be added there on the profile.

Can I change my Facebook name?

Yes, you can change your Facebook name on iPhone & Android.

This was all about how to add another name to the Facebook app. Follow all the steps & read the entire article for more information.

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