Rename table through migration while maintaining _creationTime

I want to rename a table. I understand it's not directly possible; only through migrations.

But, we're running into the issue that all _creationTime_creationTime fields are now reset. I also don't seem to be able to write those during the insert.

I tried adding a new creationTimecreationTime field, but now I have to add it to all indices to maintain the same ordering as before.

Anyway a mess. This must be simpler right?