Replace the "Howdy" Greeting

Changes the "Howdy, name" text in the top right of the admin bar to a greeting of your choice.

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Updated October 28, 2026

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add_action( 'admin_bar_menu', function ( $admin_bar ) {
    $node = $admin_bar->get_node( 'my-account' );

    if ( ! $node || ! is_user_logged_in() ) {
        return;
    }

    $user     = wp_get_current_user();
    $greeting = 'Welcome back,';

    $admin_bar->add_node( array(
        'id'    => 'my-account',
        'title' => esc_html( $greeting ) . ' <span class="display-name">' . esc_html( $user->display_name ) . '</span>' . get_avatar( $user->ID, 26 ),
    ) );
}, 9999 );

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Code type: PHP
Category: Admin
Runs: Run everywhere
Requires: Nothing beyond WordPress
Version: 1
Updated: October 28, 2026

Replace the "Howdy" Greeting

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