Run an unaided recall test
Say the name in context, wait, and ask people to recall it later. Strong names survive without a logo or explanation.
Run a spelling test
Ask listeners to type the name after hearing it once. Repeated spelling errors are a warning for word-of-mouth discovery.
Test meaning with the target audience
Ask what the name suggests before explaining the company. Look for unwanted associations, category confusion, or tone mismatch.
Screen conflicts and domain paths
Check existing businesses, products, relevant trademark databases, and realistic domain options. Automated trademark screening can surface conflicts but is not legal advice.
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