How to rename a GitHub repository?

Question

I want to rename one of my GitHub repositories. However, I do not see an obvious option to do so. How can I rename my repository?

Answer 1

Here are the steps you need to follow to rename a GitHub repository:

• On GitHub, go to the main page of the repository you want to rename.
• You will see the following menu. click on Settings on this menu. 

• On the Settings page, under the Repository Name field, enter the new name for your repository.
• Click Rename to apply the changes.

Let me know if it works for you.