Are the generated names trademark-safe?

The AI avoids obvious trademark conflicts (major brands) by reference to a 2024 snapshot of USPTO and EUIPO primary marks. However, we do not replace a formal trademark search. Always run a USPTO TESS or professional trademark check before legally registering.

Does the domain check run in real time?

Yes. After names are generated, we check .com availability via live WHOIS lookups. Results appear within 3-5 seconds of the names loading. Domain takers and re-seller parking pages are flagged as "taken".

Can I get more than one extension?

The free tool checks .com only, since .com still commands 2-3x the memorability premium in most markets. For .io, .co, .ai, .xyz and country TLDs, upgrade to the Grigora paid suite which bulk-checks all major extensions.

How many names are generated per run?

15-25 names per run depending on tone and length. Short + Modern returns the most variants because those have the broadest pattern space. Long + Luxury returns fewer but more differentiated names.

Why are the same names repeating?

Either the description is too narrow or the keywords are highly constrained. Add more context about your target customer, or remove one keyword to widen the pattern.

Does the tool check social handle availability?

Not yet in the free version. X, Instagram, and LinkedIn handle checks are available in the paid suite. For free, copy the top 3 names and do a manual handle check at namechk.com.

Can I generate names in languages other than English?

Yes. Add a line to the description: "Name should work in Spanish", "Portmanteau of French words", etc. Fully non-English names work best when you give the AI 3-4 seed words in the target language.

What makes a good business name?

Memorable (rhyme, rhythm, or surprise), brandable (not descriptive), pronounceable on first read, legally clear, domain-available, and short. The generator optimizes for these criteria in order.

Should I worry about meaning?

Yes. Coined names (made-up) have fewer trademark conflicts but take more marketing to imprint. Descriptive names (e.g., "BestPizzaNYC") have weak trademark protection. The sweet spot is suggestive - a real word or mashup that hints at the category.

Can the AI generate a brand story or tagline?

Not in this tool - we focus on names. Our Tagline Generator and Brand Story Generator are separate free tools in the Grigora suite.

How do I know which tone to pick?

Start with the tone of your favorite 3-5 competitor brands. If they feel premium, pick Luxury or Elegant. If they feel fast and bold, pick Modern & Minimal or Innovative & Techy. Wrong tone = forgettable name.

Do generated names get stored or reused?

No. Every run uses a fresh random seed, so two users with the same inputs get different names. Nothing is stored, and names are not recycled across users.

Business Name Generator

Brandable, memorable names with instant .com domain checks. Pick an industry, tone, and length - the AI handles creativity + trademark awareness. Free forever.

15-25 names per run
Live .com domain check
Industry + tone controls
Trademark-aware output

4.6 G2

4.8 Trustpilot

612+ reviews

186K+

Names generated

~5s

Avg time including domain check

15-25

Names per run

4.8/5

612 reviews

How It Works

Describe your business

Tell us what you do, who you serve, and what makes you different. 2-4 sentences is ideal.

Set your style

Pick an industry, tone, and length. Each combo produces a different flavor of names.

Generate and domain check

Get 15-25 names. We automatically check .com availability within seconds of generation.

Shortlist and secure

Pick your top 3 names, run a trademark search, and register your .com before someone else does.

Original Research: Name Style vs Domain Availability

We analyzed 8,000 names generated across 12 industries in Q1 2026. Names were classified by naming style and scored on .com availability, memorability (tested with 400 consumers), and trademark risk.

Name Strategy	.com Available	Memorability (/5)	Trademark Risk
Descriptive (industry keyword)	4%	3.2	High
Suggestive (hints at service)	18%	4.4	Medium
Coined (made-up portmanteau)	62%	4.1	Low
Arbitrary (unrelated real word)	9%	4.6	Low

Source: Grigora naming study, Q1 2026. n = 8,000 names, 400 consumer responses. .com availability checked real-time via WHOIS.

Next-Step Integration Guides

Domain registrars

1.Copy your top 3 shortlisted names from the tool.
2.Go to Namecheap, Porkbun, or Cloudflare Registrar.
3.Search each name for .com, .co, .io, .ai.
4.Lock in the preferred .com first if available.
5.If .com is taken, go with .co or add -app / -hq suffix.

Trademark search (USPTO)

1.Open tmsearch.uspto.gov (USPTO TESS).
2.Search the exact name and phonetic variants.
3.Filter by live marks in your Nice classification.
4.If results show, consult a trademark attorney before proceeding.
5.Clear names should proceed to state-level business registration.

LLC / corporate filing

1.Confirm name availability at your Secretary of State's business entity search.
2.If available, file LLC or C-corp formation.
3.Reserve the name for 60-120 days if you need time before filing.
4.Pair with your EIN filing right after.

Social handle reservation

1.Check namechk.com to see handle availability across 30+ platforms.
2.Prioritize X, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok.
3.Register the handle on each major platform even before launch.
4.Use a consistent handle across all platforms for brand memory.

Logo + brand assets

1.Once name is locked, brief a logo designer or use an AI logo generator.
2.Register your wordmark first, then a symbol mark if needed.
3.Create a basic brand asset kit (colors, fonts).
4.Save everything in a shared Brand folder for ongoing use.

Widen one input. Change tone to a contrasting option, or remove a very specific keyword to let the AI explore more.

Names too generic (ProTech, NextCo, etc.)

Cause

Description is too short or too broad.

Fix

Add specificity: target customer, niche specialty, brand personality adjective. "For busy parents" or "opinionated and bold" pulls more distinctive names.

Domains mostly taken

Cause

.com is extremely crowded. Short common-word names are rarely available.

Fix

Change length to Medium or Long. Add a suffix like "-hq", "-studio", or a unique adjective. Or accept a .co / .io alternative.

Names contain a major competitor brand

Cause

AI occasionally produces names that partially match known brands.

Fix

Remove any suggestion that sounds like an existing brand. Never register a name that shadows a competitor - legal risk outweighs any upside.

Non-English characters in output

Cause

Keywords were in another language and the AI mirrored.

Fix

Clarify in the description: "English names only, readable in US market".

Names too long for domain

Cause

Length setting set to Long.

Fix

Change to Short or Medium. Domain names over 15 characters have lower memorability scores and higher typo risk.

Awkward word mashups

Cause

Tone + length combo hitting a tough pattern (e.g., Short + Corporate).

Fix

Try Medium length or a different tone. Corporate & Bold names often need more room to breathe.

Domain check did not run

Cause

Browser blocked the follow-up request (strict tracking settings).

Fix

Disable strict blocking, or manually check each name at a domain registrar (Namecheap, Porkbun) after copying.

Grigora vs Other Name Generators

Feature	Grigora	Namelix	Shopify
Pricing	Free, unlimited	$29/mo (Namelix Pro)	$19/mo (Shopify Biz Name Gen)
Names per run	15-25	10-30	10
Live .com domain check	Yes, real-time	Yes	Yes
Tone and length control	Both	Tone only	Neither
Trademark-aware	Partial	No	No
Keyword-based seeding	Yes	Yes	Limited
Signup required	No	For export	No
Explanations per name	Yes	Yes	No

Naming and AI Search

A brandable name is easier for AI assistants to disambiguate. "Can you recommend [coined-name]?" returns cleaner results than descriptive names that conflict with generic queries. Good names rank better even in LLM-mediated search.

Entity disambiguation

Unique names become distinct entities in search indexes - LLMs do not confuse them with competitors.

Voice search

Pronounceable, short names convert better when users speak queries to Siri or Alexa.

Cite-ability

AI assistants cite names they can render cleanly in text. Odd capitalization or punctuation reduces citations.

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From name to fully branded launch page

The Grigora suite builds your landing page, logo, and full SEO foundation from the chosen business name. Launch in hours, not weeks.

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Last updated May 2026. Domain checks are live WHOIS lookups. Trademark awareness is advisory only - always consult an attorney before legal registration.

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