Nickname Command

Change a user's nickname in the server

Usage

?nick @user [new_nickname]

The nickname command allows moderators to change a user's display name in the server. If no new nickname is provided, it will reset to their original username.

Arguments:

  • @user - The user to rename (mention required)
  • new_nickname - Optional: New nickname for the user (omit to reset)

Nickname Rules

Length Requirements:

  • Minimum: 1 character
  • Maximum: 32 characters

Restrictions:

  • Cannot contain Discord's blocked words
  • Cannot contain server-specific blocked words
  • Cannot impersonate other users
  • Cannot use certain special characters

Examples

Set new nickname:

?nick @UserName Cool Person

Reset nickname:

?nick @UserName

Bot Response

Memo Bot

Nickname Changed

Changed nickname for @UserName to "Cool Person"

Memo Bot

Error

Cannot change nickname: Missing permissions or nickname invalid.

Required Permissions

  • Manage Nicknames

Cooldown

No cooldown

Related Commands

Additional Notes

  • Bot must have a role higher than the user
  • Cannot change server owner's nickname
  • Changes are logged in the audit log
  • Users with "Change Nickname" permission can change their own nickname
  • Nickname changes are immediate

Common Issues

  • Nickname too long (>32 characters)
  • Contains blocked words or characters
  • Bot role hierarchy insufficient
  • User has higher roles than bot