Can't change my name on apple mail

Frustrating! Don't worry, I'm here to help you troubleshoot the issue. Here are some steps to help you change your name on Apple Mail:

Method 1: Update your name in Apple ID settings

  1. Go to the Apple ID website (www.apple.com) and sign in with your Apple ID and password.
  2. Click on "Account" and then "Edit" next to "Name".
  3. Enter your new name and click "Save".
  4. Wait for a few minutes and then try updating your name in Apple Mail.

Method 2: Update your name in Apple Mail settings

  1. Open Apple Mail on your Mac or iOS device.
  2. Click on "Mail" in the top menu bar (on Mac) or tap on the "Mail" app icon (on iOS).
  3. Click on "Preferences" (on Mac) or tap on "Settings" (on iOS).
  4. Click on "Accounts" (on Mac) or tap on "Accounts" (on iOS).
  5. Select your email account from the list.
  6. Click on "Edit" next to "Name" (on Mac) or tap on "Edit" next to "Name" (on iOS).
  7. Enter your new name and click "Save" (on Mac) or tap "Done" (on iOS).

Method 3: Reset Apple Mail settings

  1. On your Mac, go to the Apple Menu and select "System Preferences".
  2. Click on "Mail, Contacts, Calendars".
  3. Click on "Reset" next to "Reset Mailbox".
  4. Confirm that you want to reset your mailbox settings.
  5. Wait for the reset to complete, then try updating your name in Apple Mail again.

Additional troubleshooting steps

  1. Check that your Apple ID is up to date and that you're signed in with the correct account.
  2. Try restarting your device and then updating your name in Apple Mail again.
  3. If you're using a third-party email provider, check their settings to ensure that your name is updated correctly.

If none of these methods work, you can try contacting Apple Support for further assistance.