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Brand naming is the process of creating a strong, distinctive, and memorable name for a company, product, or service. As a key element of brand identity, the name helps a brand stand out in a competitive market and build loyalty among its target audiences.

The central goal of brand naming is to create a name with strategic purpose as well as an appealing sound. A well-chosen name supports the positioning of a company, product, or service in its target markets and helps the brand communicate effectively with its audiences.

A brand name shapes first impressions, evokes relevant associations, and helps establish an emotional connection with customers, strengthening trust and brand loyalty. Naming is a powerful tool for long-term brand development.

Orange Toys — rebranding, brand development, logo & visual identity, packaging and label design, B2C/B2B e-commerce website. Name development for Orange Toys children's toy collections.

Flamenco — Brand Positioning, Naming, Logo Design, Packaging and Label Design, Brand Guidelines, and Photography. Development of a brand name for tomatoes for the ROST group of companies, creation of a brand logo

NORD MILE — Brand Development, Naming, Logo Design, and Packaging Design for Seafood and Omega Supplements. Naming the NORD MILE brand, brand positioning strategy

BAUSTERN — Brand Development for a Manufacturer of Passenger Elevators and Freight Lifts. BAUSTERN brand naming and brand development for a passenger and freight elevator manufacturer

FOXGEAR — Brand Positioning, Naming, Logo Design, Packaging Design, and Brand Guidelines. Naming FOXGEAR is the Russian branch of the premium lubricants manufacturer FUCHS OIL.

Zhivopisny Sad — Brand Development, Naming, Logo Design, Advertising Communications, and Print Design. Development of a naming for a new residential complex by the development company DARS

BLUMART. Creating the brand for the first and largest hypermarket of plumbing and tiles in Russia, BLUMART. The project includes: platform for positioning and naming, creating a logo and identity, designing the interior, and developing a brand book.

BITROCKET — name development, logo development, corporate identity, advertising communications. Creating visual strategy for BITROCKET, a developer and manufacturer of premium mining and data-processing solutions, including naming, logo, and brand identity

PINKISS.

Taste Express.

SWEET SISTERS. BRANDEXPERT agency has developed a new unique doll brand SWEET SISTERS for the largest Russian manufacturer of children's goods ORANGE TOYS.

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Leo Latteo.

Empatia. Empatia is a sustainable premium tights brand cares about your beauty and our nature. Brandexpert agency developed Empatia brand from scratch: brand name, identity design, product packaging and catalog, model photo shooting and brand video production

POWERCULT.

Biolio. BIOLIO is a new Russian brand of natural oils produced by cold press. Thus, oils maintain all their natural values of unique product.

Elemax. Elemax is a new nutrition supplement brand addressing key health issues, e.g. fatigue, low energy or immunity, aging, etc. Brandexpert developed the brand from scratch: brand name, identity design, packaging design, website.

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Miratorg: pet food. MIRATORG — pet food from the largest vertically integrated agricultural holding in Russia. As part of the project a brand platform was developed, packaging design were created and photography of the product lines was carried out.

Darov. Darov is a new retail chain with a strong accent on delicious prepared foods. Brandexpert developed the new brand from scratch: brand name, brand identity, logo, brand guidelines, packaging design, and interior design solutions

Ageevskiy. Creating the brands "Pshenitsyn" and "Papa Roma" for the confectionery factory "Ageevsky". Logos for the brands, packaging design and product labels were developed. The corporate logo and brand identity of the company "Ageevsky" have been updated.

Floristica. BRANDEXPERT developed a Brand Positioning Strategy, Guidelines, Brand Naming, Logo Design, Packaging Design and Catalog for a new Russian cosmetic brand Floristica offering natural-based beauty products.

Waterful. Brandexpert created a new brand from scratch. Waterful is the first Russian spring water in eco-friendly paper packaging. We developed Brand Strategy, Brand Name, Identity and Packaging Design, Brand Guidelines, Product Catalog.

Natura Nuda.

Дизайн логотипа женского белья Jardin d’Eve

Jardin d’Eve. JARDIN D'EVE offers unique lingerie collections. The fashionable and artistic spirit of the brand is conveyed in the corporate identity and brand name developed by Brandexpert

ECOPOLE. BrandExpert created a brand name, identity, and packaging design for the new brand of wheat, rye, corn, and oat bran Ecopole.

Creative Kitchen. BrandExpert created a brand name and identity design for the new brand of semi-cooked and prepared gourmet foods “Creative Kitchen”.

Brand Naming Cost

The cost of brand naming depends on the number of countries where trademark registration is planned, the Nice Classification classes selected for trademark searches and registration, the naming requirements, and the number of name options to be developed.

Small Businesses
A successful launch starts with the right support. We give small businesses everything they need to bring a new brand to market—without unnecessary extras. Fast, focused and professional.
Mid-Market & Enterprise
Take your business to the next level. A comprehensive approach designed for mid-market companies and large enterprises. An expanded creative team with experience in your industry develops every aspect of your brand as part of one flexible, integrated system.
Global 360° Projects
Built for ambitious goals. We deliver major nation- and worldwide projects for mid-market companies and large enterprises. Our leading specialists and art directors bring together the expertise needed to turn your brand’s strategic vision into reality.

How to Choose an Effective Brand Name

An effective brand name must meet a range of linguistic and legal criteria. It should be easy for the brand’s audiences to pronounce and remember, reflect its essence, and avoid negative connotations across languages. It must also comply with applicable legal requirements.

Trademark Screening and Brand Name Registration

A registered trademark is a valuable business asset. Registering a brand name is an essential step in protecting it from unauthorized copying. Before a trademark application is filed, the name undergoes several levels of clearance checks in the relevant classes of the Nice Classification, the international classification of goods and services. Options also include fast-track trademark registration and international brand protection.

Rebranding and Changing a Brand Name

Rebranding involves changing a brand’s name or visual identity to keep it relevant, refine its positioning, and increase its appeal to the target audience. As part of a brand’s evolution, rebranding helps maintain relevance, build brand value, and sustain its popularity.

Company Naming

A company name is the foundation of communications with business partners and employer branding. Corporate naming should take future business development into account, establish clear brand positioning, and differentiate the company from competitors. For a company planning international expansion, trademark searches and registration should cover all priority countries.

Brand Name Development

Brand naming is an important step in creating a successful product or service. The name should attract attention, communicate the brand’s central idea, mission, and values, and shape first impressions and audience perceptions, building an emotional connection with customers. An effective name makes the brand easier to remember and helps it stand out from competitors, supporting recognition and success in the market.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Brand Naming

What affects the cost of brand naming?

The cost of brand naming depends on the project scope, timeline, and level of competition in the market segment.

Does a company’s registered name have to match its brand name?

A company’s registered name does not have to match its brand name. This was previously a requirement in Russia, but it has since been abolished.

Can foreign-language brand names be used in Russia?

Yes, brand names in any foreign language can be used in Russia. However, in communications with consumers, the product or service name must be accompanied by information in Russian, for example: «kolgotki Glamour» (Glamour tights) or «morozhenoye Enjoy» (Enjoy ice cream).

Should a domain name be registered as a trademark?

Registering a domain name as a trademark is recommended, as it provides additional protection for the brand against competitors and strengthens the legal protection of the domain name.

Which names cannot be registered as trademarks?

Names that do not correspond to a company’s business activities cannot be used. For example, “Delicious Ice Cream” cannot be registered as a trademark for bakery products. Official geographical names and designations are also prohibited: for example, a perfume cannot be registered under the name “Russian Federation” Names that describe product characteristics (hours, units of length, or units of weight) are also ineligible for registration. Names must not mislead consumers. For example, pasta made in Russia cannot be called “Italian Pasta”.

Should I register a brand name as a word mark or as a combined trademark with a logo?

We recommend registering the name and logo together as a combined trademark. This approach provides stronger protection, simplifies the registration process, and helps safeguard the brand in legal disputes.