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Rename a Repository

Whenever you rename a repository, keep in mind certain elements will also be associated with the new name, such as:

  • Issues
  • Wikis
  • Stars
  • Followers

Let us look at the steps:​

Step 1 :​

Login to your Github account and navigate to the main page of the repository.

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Step 2 :​

Under your repository name, click Settings.

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Step 3 :​

Under the Repository Name heading, type the new name of your repository.

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Step 4 :​

Click Rename.

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Hurray, you just renamed your repository 🎉​

Note : Your old repository link will redirect to the new repository link.​