If you want to change the way Siri pronounces your name without jailbreaking, hacking or rooting your phone, there are a few things you can do. One is to use a different voice for Siri. You can find these in the settings app under “Siri voices.” Another option is to edit the contact information for yourself in the Contacts app. You can tap on the “Edit” button and then scroll down to the “Phonetic First Name” and “Phonetic Last Name” fields. Here you can enter the way you would like Siri to pronounce your name.
How to change your name on siri
If you have an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch
- Go to Settings > Siri & Search. If you’re using iOS 11 or earlier, go to Settings > Siri.
- Tap the My Info card.
- Choose your contact information. You might need to sign in with your Apple ID.
- Update your first or last name, or phonetic first or last name. If you don’t see the option to edit your phonetic name, make sure that the language Siri uses is set to English (United States or United Kingdom).
- When you’re finished, tap Done.
Why you might want to change your name on Siri
There could be a few reasons you might want to use a different name with Siri. Maybe you go by a nickname and want Siri to call you by that instead of your given name. Or maybe you have a common name, and Siri has trouble pronouncing it the way you say it. Whatever the reason, changing your name in Siri settings is quick and easy to do.
How to use the new feature in iOS 11 that lets you change Siri’s voice
In iOS 11, Siri got a new voice. And not just any voice: it sounds more natural and expressive, almost like a real person. If you don’t like the new voice, or if you think Siri sounds better in a male or female voice, you can change it back to the way it was in iOS 10. Here’s how:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap Siri & Search. If you’re using iOS 10 or earlier, tap Siri.
- Tap Siri Voice.
- Choose the voice you want to use for Siri. Male or female voices are available in different dialects, such as American, British, or Australian.
How to choose a new name for Siri
You can also choose a new name for Siri. This is different from the way you pronounce your name, which we’ll get to in a moment. The new name you choose will be how Siri addresses you. So if you’ve always wanted Siri to call you “boss” or “mum,” now’s your chance. Here’s how:
- Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Tap Siri & Search. If you’re using iOS 10 or earlier, tap Siri.
- Tap About > Name.
- Enter the first name and last name you want Siri to use.
