If you need to edit the name on an American Airlines reservation, you can do so by following these steps:

1. Visit the American Airlines website and click on the “My trips/check-in” tab.
2. Enter your booking details such as your name and record locator to access your reservation.
3. Once you have accessed your reservation, you can click on the “Edit” button to make changes to your name.
4. Follow the prompts to make the necessary edits to your name.
5. If you are unable to make the changes online, you can contact American Airlines customer service for assistance.