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    How to Rename a Database in SQL Server: A Detailed Guide

    How to Rename a Database in SQL Server: A Detailed Guide

    To alter a database, once it's created

    Code: SQL Server

    
    Alter database DatabaseName Modify Name = NewDatabaseName
    

    Alternatively, you can also use system stored procedure

    Code: SQL Server

    
       Execute sp_renameDB 'OldDatabaseName','NewDatabaseName'
    

    Graphically using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)

    Step 1: Right click on the database name, then press rename.

    Step 2: Write New Database Name and Press Enter