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Name Your PC Day

It's time to give your trusty computer a unique identity! Celebrate Name Your PC Day and make your device truly one-of-a-kind.

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November 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATENovember 20

OBSERVED INInternationally

CATEGORYTech

SUBCATEGORYGadgets

INTRO

Introduction

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Get ready to give your computer a unique identity on Name Your PC Day, which falls on November 20! This fun and quirky holiday was first observed in the early 2000s and encourages individuals to personalize their computers by giving them creative names. Did you know that the tradition of naming objects, including computers, dates back centuries? It's a great chance to add some personality to your trusty device and make it stand out from the rest. So put on your thinking cap and come up with a fitting name for your beloved PC!

TIMELINE

Name Your PC Day Timeline

First Electronic Computer

The ENIAC (Electronic Numerical Integrator and Computer) is unveiled, marking the birth of the computer as we know it today.

Microsoft Founded

Bill Gates and Paul Allen found Microsoft, a company that would go on to revolutionize personal computing.

IBM PC Release

IBM introduces the IBM Personal Computer, commonly known as the IBM PC, drastically transforming the computer landscape.

Windows 95 Launches

Microsoft releases Windows 95, which introduces the Start button and taskbar, among other user-friendly features.

Naming Devices Becomes Popular

With the rise of internet and networked devices, naming computers becomes popular among tech enthusiasts.

Name Your PC Day Instituted

An unknown group of computer enthusiasts first designates November 20 as Name Your PC Day, encouraging users to give a name to their personal computers.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Name Your PC Day

Personalize your PC

Take some time to customize your PC with your favorite colors, backgrounds, and screensavers. Make it truly yours on Name Your PC Day!

UPGRADE

Upgrade your PC's hardware

Treat your PC to some new hardware upgrades, whether it's a faster processor or more storage space. Show it some love on Name Your PC Day!

THROW

Throw a naming party

Gather your friends and family together for a naming party for their PCs. Have everyone come up with creative names and vote on the best ones.

CREATE

Create a custom desktop background

Design a personalized desktop background for your PC using your favorite pictures and graphics. Make it unique and special for Name Your PC Day!

Share your PC's name on social media

Take a picture of your named PC and share it on social media with the hashtag #NameYourPCDay. Spread the love for your trusty computer!

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Name Your PC Day

It's a chance for creativity

Naming your PC allows you to tap into your creative side and come up with something clever or humorous. It's also an opportunity to showcase your interests and passions through your computer's name. Plus, you can always change the name if inspiration strikes later on!

It gives your computer a unique identity

With Name Your PC Day, you have the opportunity to give your beloved device a one-of-a-kind name that represents its personality and purpose. Whether it's a play on words or a nod to pop culture, naming your PC can add some fun and personalization to your computing experience.

It can help with organization

Assigning a name to your computer can also serve as an organizational tool. For example, if you have multiple computers in your household or office, giving each one a different name can help differentiate between them and make it easier to keep track of which one is used for what tasks.