As you probably remember when you first registered your LLC’s name, you can’t just pick any old name for your business. Remember that the LLC name must be available from the state agency that registers LLCs (typically called the Secretary of State).
Generally, every state requires each LLC to have a unique name and/or not be too similar to other business names. To see if the name you want is available, do an LLC name availability search. 

If you are the only member of your LLC, then you don’t have to worry about this step! But if there are multiple members in your LLC, changing the name may require approval from all members. 

With a multi-member LLC, you will likely need to vote on the name change, create a written resolution, and have all members sign off on the decision. 

This step will vary from state to state, but the good news is that each state allows for LLCs to change their names by filing a form. 

You will need to file a name change form with your Secretary of State’s office (or whatever state agency is responsible for LLC registration). Common names for this form include Certificate of Amendment, Name Change Amendment, Amendment to the Articles of Organization, etc. 

Visit your state office online and search for “LLC name change form” and the first result is likely the form you are looking for. 

There will likely be a filing fee associated with the name change form.

If your LLC has an operating agreement, then you will need to update it to reflect the new name. The good news is that LLC operating agreements typically allow for changes to be made without needing unanimous approval from all members. 

Check your LLC’s operating agreement to see what is required for making a change and update it. 

Now that you have changed your LLC’s name, you will need to update your business registration with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and any state or local tax agencies. 
To update the IRS, visit the IRS website and follow the instructions. You will notice that the only instructions are for a Sole Proprietorship, Corporation, and Partnership. You would select the one that relates to how the LLC is taxed. 

By default, a single-member LLC is taxed as a sole proprietorship and a multi-member LLC is taxed as a partnership. Special paperwork is filed with the IRS to be taxed as a corporation. 

Additionally, you will contact your state’s Department of Revenue (or similarly named taxation agency) to have the name of your LLC updated. 

Last, you some things that may need to be updated:
– Signage
– Marketing materials such as brochures, business cards, social media accounts, stationary, invoices, etc. 
– Business bank accounts and business loans
– Credit card companies
– Business licenses and permits
– Vendors and suppliers
– Update signage
– And any other entities or customers that need to know about the name change.