Naming & Brand Intelligence
Everything we know about naming a brand that lasts.
The same linguistic research, trademark screening logic, and pricing data behind every domain in the AOTIV collection — written down as whitepapers, playbooks, glossaries, and more. Free, always.
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Whitepapers
No. 001
The Economics of Brandable Domain Pricing
What actually drives a premium name's price — and why panic-buying always overpays.
22-page PDF
No. 002
Why Trademark-Registrability Is the Most Overlooked Naming Criterion
A name you can't own is a name you're renting. Here's the research.
16-page PDF
No. 001
The State of the Brandable Domain Market, 2026
Pricing trends, category shifts, and where the aftermarket is heading next.
28-page PDF
No. 004
Domain Squatting vs. Legitimate Brandable Investment
How to tell the difference between opportunistic registration and a name with real brand value.
20-page PDF
No. 005
How AI Naming Tools Are Distorting the Brandable Market
More names are being generated than ever—making originality, quality,
27-page PDF
No. 006
The True Cost of a Bad Company Name
A weak name can create confusion, slow growth, and cost far more to replace later as your company expands.
22-page PDF
Guides
Handbooks
Case studies
No. 001
How a Startup's Name Helped It Get Remembered by Investors
See how a distinctive name strengthened recognition during fundraising conversations.
33-page PDF
No. 002
From Generic to Brandable: A Before/After Rebrand
Follow the transformation from an ordinary name to a stronger brand.
30-page PDF
No. 003
How an Agency Sourced 12 Client Names in One Quarter
See the process an agency used to deliver twelve strategic names efficiently.
35-page PDF
No. 004
The Domain That Almost Wasn't Trademarked: A Near-Miss
A close call reveals why early trademark checks can protect your investment.
40-page PDF
No. 005
Scaling an E-Commerce Brand: How the Domain Supported Growth
Discover how the right domain helped an online brand expand confidently.
40-page PDF
No. 006
A Web3 Startup's Naming Journey to a Registered Trademark
Follow the path from initial concept to a defensible registered trademark.
37-page PDF
Playbooks
Frameworks
No. 001
The 4-Pillar Framework for Evaluating Any Brandable Domain
Assess memorability, flexibility, trust, and commercial potential before buying.
28-page PDF
No. 002
The Trademark-Readiness Scoring Framework
Score a name's trademark potential before investing time and money.
20-page PDF
No. 003
The Sound Symbolism Framework
Understand how sounds influence audience perception, emotional responses, and brand personality.
23-page PDF
No. 004
The Naming Decision Matrix for Founding Teams
Compare naming options objectively and reach alignment without endless debate.
23-page PDF
No. 005
The Domain Valuation Framework: 6 Variables That Matter
Evaluate domain value through demand, quality, scarcity, and brand potential.
27-page PDF
No. 006
The Brand-Fit Framework for Matching Names to Industries
Match your name to the expectations, language, and culture of its category.
30-page PDF
Glossaries
No. 001
The A–Z Glossary of Brandable Naming Terms
A simple reference for the language used in professional brand naming.
29-page PDF
No. 002
A Founder's Glossary of Trademark & IP Terminology
Understand the legal terms founders encounter while developing a new brand.
20-page PDF
No. 003
The Domain Investor's Glossary: Escrow, Backorder, Aftermarket
Decode essential domain investing terms before buying, selling, or holding.
26-page PDF
No. 004
The Linguist's Glossary of Naming Techniques
Explore the linguistic methods behind memorable, distinctive, and effective names.
28-page PDF
No. 005
A Glossary of SEO Terms Every Brand Owner Should Know
Learn the search terms that influence visibility, traffic, and domain value.
22-page PDF
No. 006
The Web3 Naming Glossary: ENS, Wallets, On-Chain Identity
Understand the language behind Web3 domains, wallets, and digital identity.
30-page PDF
Toolkits & checklists
No. 001
The Pre-Purchase Domain Due-Diligence Checklist
Review ownership, history, trademarks, traffic, and risks before purchasing.
16-page PDF
No. 002
The Trademark Conflict Self-Screening Checklist
Spot potential conflicts early before paying for a name or identity system.
23-page PDF
No. 003
The Brand Brief Template for Naming Agencies
Give your naming team the context needed to develop stronger options.
26-page PDF
No. 004
The Domain Escrow Transaction Checklist
Confirm every important step before transferring funds or domain ownership.
19-page PDF
No. 005
The Rebrand Readiness Checklist
Decide whether your business, team, and audience are ready for a strategic brand transformation.
21-page PDF
No. 006
The Portfolio Audit Toolkit
Review your domain assets, identify gaps, and remove unnecessary portfolio costs with confidence.
30-page PDF
Benchmark reports
No. 001
The 2026 Brandable Domain Pricing Benchmark Report
Explore current pricing patterns across categories, lengths, and name styles.
22-page PDF
No. 002
Startup Naming Trends: What 500 Founders Told Us
Discover the naming preferences, challenges, and priorities shared by founders.
21-page PDF
No. 003
The State of Trademark Rejections: Common Mistakes
Learn why applications fail and which naming mistakes create avoidable delays.
26-page PDF
No. 004
Domain Aftermarket Sales Report, by Category
Compare aftermarket activity and pricing across major domain categories.
20-page PDF
No. 005
E-Commerce Naming Benchmarks: What Converts Best
Examine which naming patterns help online brands attract trust and attention.
28-page PDF
No. 006
Web3 & Fintech Naming Trends Report
Track the naming patterns shaping two of the fastest-changing and most competitive brand categories
18-page PDF
Swipe files
No. 001
50 Brandable Names Broken Down: What Makes Them Work
Analyze fifty strong names and discover the patterns behind their success.
21-page PDF
No. 002
The SaaS Naming Swipe File
A curated collection of SaaS names to inspire clearer naming directions with confidence.
28-page PDF
No. 003
The Fintech & Web3 Naming Swipe File
Explore naming patterns from financial technology and Web3 companies driving industry innovation.
26-page PDF
No. 004
E-Commerce Names That Sold the Product Without a Tagline
See how effective names communicate product value before customers read further.
25-page PDF
No. 005
Startup Names That Aged Well (and Why)
Study startup names that stayed relevant through changing markets and growth.
24-page PDF
No. 006
The Coined-Word Swipe File
Explore invented names that feel distinctive, memorable, and ready to trademark in competitive markets.
22-page PDF
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