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How to Check if a Business Name is Taken or Available

Nico DatoExecutive Vice President of Marketing

Wondering how to search for a business name to see if it's taken or available? Discover the different ways to check and find out what's names are available.

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Aug 12, 2020

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Choosing your business name is one of the first steps you take when you’re building a brand. But before you can officially register a company, you need to make sure your business name is different from any other. The answer to the pressing question “Is my business name taken?” can only be found with a comprehensive company name search.

A unique business name isn’t just a legal requirement for every type of business entity. It’s also a smart way to help your brand stand out.

Even businesses operating as a sole proprietorship or partnership—both of which are named the business owner or owners’ names by default—often choose to file a “doing business as” (DBA) filing. This enables them to claim a unique, fictitious name (also known as a trade name) and create a more memorable brand.