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Business name generator · free to use · no signup

Generate a business name in 5 seconds.

Enter 1 to 3 keywords related to your business plus the industry. We combine them with brand-friendly suffixes, prefixes, and structures to give you 30 name ideas. Pick the ones you like; we check state availability and find domain options.

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How this tool actually works

Three things that make Business name generator useful in the real world.

Not a calculator that ships you to a paywall after the result.

01

Type a word, get options

AI suggests 25 candidates; each shows whether the name is available in your state.

02

Domain + trademark in one view

Each suggestion shows .com availability and a USPTO trademark conflict signal.

03

Reserve and file in one click

Pick a name, reserve it with the Secretary of State, then form the entity behind it.

Tell us about your business

Words that describe your business, vibe, or geography. Keep them short and memorable.
After you pick a name

Four checks before you commit.

Step 1
State availability

Verify the name is not taken in your formation state. We check during formation.

Step 2
Federal trademark

Search the USPTO database for conflicting trademarks. Read our trademark guide.

Step 3
.com domain

Check if the .com is available. Domains are wholesale-priced through us.

Step 4
Common-law search

Google the name plus your industry. Make sure no major brand is already using it.

Found a name you like?We file the LLC, Corp, or Nonprofit for $0 service fee. State filing fee at cost.
FAQ

Common questions.

How does this generator work?
We combine your keywords with industry-appropriate prefixes, suffixes, modifiers, and structures (compound words, alliteration, descriptive endings) to create brandable name candidates. All client-side; nothing leaves your browser.
Are these names available?
The generator does not guarantee availability. After picking favorites, you should: (1) check state availability with your Secretary of State, (2) search the USPTO trademark database, (3) check .com domain availability, (4) Google the name in your industry.
Can I trademark a generated name?
Possibly, yes. The generator creates novel combinations. Whether your specific result is registrable as a trademark depends on uniqueness in your industry class. We file federal trademarks for $249 per class plus USPTO fees.
Do I need to use one of these names?
No. The generator is a brainstorming tool. Use the ideas as inspiration or starting points.
What makes a good business name?
Short (1-3 words), easy to spell when heard, distinctive (not generic), available as .com, and clear of trademark conflicts in your industry class.
Should the name include "LLC"?
For the legal entity name on state filings, yes (state law requires LLC, L.L.C., Limited Liability Company, or similar). For your public brand name, no, you can drop the "LLC" or file a DBA without it.
$129/yr Compliance Annual Filings · penalty-free

On the $129/yr Compliance Annual Filings plan, we cover state late fees.

When you autofile your annual report through the $129/yr plan and we miss the deadline, we pay the state's late fee. The guarantee applies to that specific plan and the filings it includes. Other File.Business services are billed at the prices on this page.

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