You can name a Chase savings account anything you want, up to 20 characters
Chase lets you create a custom name for any savings account you open with them. The name appears on your statements, in the Chase mobile app, and on the Chase website whenever you log in. This is useful if you have multiple savings accounts — you can label one "Emergency Fund," another "Vacation 2025," and a third "Car Down Payment" so you know at a glance what each one is for.
The name you choose is for your own use only. It does not change your account number, routing number, or how the account works. Chase does not use your custom name on any official documents they send to the IRS or other agencies — those always reference your legal account number.
You can change the name whenever you want, as many times as you want, with no fee and no waiting period. The change takes effect when ready in the app and online.
Key Takeaways
- Custom account names are limited to 20 characters and can include letters, numbers, spaces, and some punctuation marks.
- The name you create is visible only to you and anyone else with access to your Chase account — it does not appear on statements sent to creditors or tax documents.
- You can rename an account at any time through the Chase mobile app or website without contacting customer service.
- If you forget what you named an account, you can view all your account names by logging into Chase online or opening the mobile app.
How to name or rename a savings account in the Chase app
Open the Chase mobile app and tap on the savings account you want to name. Look for a menu icon (usually three dots or lines in the top right corner of the account screen) and tap it. Select "Rename account" or "Edit account name" — the exact wording varies slightly depending on your phone type.
Type your new name into the text field. Chase will show you how many characters you have used as you type. Once you are satisfied with the name, tap "Save" or "Done." The change appears when ready in your account list.
How to name or rename a savings account on Chase.com
Log into your Chase account on a computer or mobile browser. Click on the savings account you want to rename. Look for a settings icon or a link that says "Rename account" — this is usually near the account name at the top of the page.
Type your new name and click "Save." The updated name will appear the next time you refresh the page or log back in.
What characters and symbols you can use
Chase allows letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), spaces, hyphens, underscores, and periods in account names. You cannot use special characters like asterisks, ampersands, dollar signs, or quotation marks. If you try to use a character Chase does not accept, the system will reject it and ask you to revise.
The 20-character limit includes spaces. "Emergency Fund 2025" uses 19 characters (counting the spaces), so it fits. "My Savings Account for Vacation" is 31 characters and will not fit — you would need to shorten it to something like "Vacation Fund 2025."
Why you might want multiple named savings accounts
If you are saving toward different goals, giving each account a distinct name makes it easier to track progress without opening each one. You might have one account for an emergency fund (which you do not touch), another for a specific purchase coming up in the next year, and a third for general savings. The names remind you of the purpose each time you check your balance.
If you share account access with a spouse or family member, clear names prevent confusion about which account is which. Instead of "Savings 1" and "Savings 2," you can use "Joint Emergency Fund" and "House Repairs Fund" so both of you know what the money is reserved for.
What happens to the account name if you close the account
If you close a savings account, the custom name disappears along with it. Chase does not keep a record of names you used on closed accounts. If you later open a new savings account, you start fresh with no name — you have to create a new one.
If you are thinking about closing an account, make sure you have moved any money you want to keep to another account first. Once the account is closed, you cannot recover the funds or the name.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the same name for two different savings accounts?
Yes. Chase does not prevent you from naming two accounts the same thing. However, this defeats the purpose of naming them — you would not be able to tell them apart. It is better to use distinct names so you can identify which account is which at a glance.
Does the account name appear on my bank statements?
The custom name appears on statements you view online or in the app, but not on paper statements Chase mails to you. Official statements always show your account number, not your custom name. If you need to reference an account with someone outside Chase (like a financial advisor), use the account number instead of the name.
What if I forget what I named my account?
Log into Chase online or open the mobile app. Your account list shows the name you created next to each account. If you still cannot find it, you can rename it again to something you will remember.
Can I name a savings account something offensive or inappropriate?
Chase does not filter or block account names based on content. The name is private to your account, so only you and anyone with access to your login see it. However, if you share screenshots or statements with others, they will see the name you chose.
Do I lose the account name if I transfer money out?
No. The name stays with the account regardless of how much money is in it. You can have a named account with a zero balance, and the name will still appear in your account list.