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Indian place names for L.A. area too – finally

In most of the USA, there are remnants and history from the native indian tribes that first populated the lands. Some have even become famous names like Yosemite and Shenandoah and Mojave. It seems to me though that the big

Posted in Branding, Name Changes, Name Origins, Naming Education, Naming News, Public Site Naming, Strange Names

Google off map and out of country

Two things I have noticed about Google lately: 1- If I use Google Maps to find a place, I have to be careful when I ask for a print out.  The pin on the printout is often across the street

Posted in Naming News, Naming Resources, Strange Names, Technology Names, Trademarks

Battle of the bad names – More suggestions

In a recent Domain Wire posting there was an eloquent article about the bad names legal battle. I couldn’t agree more with the comments there, so I am just adding to it. Firstly, see these two logos and try tell

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Strange name is perfect for Halloween

If you are short of ideas for Halloween themes this year, why not consider visiting this bar in New York City. How many people do you think will be showing up in a pirate’s costume?   Not many people have

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