As one of the world’s top global naming agencies, The Naming Group partners has partnered as naming agency of record with leading Fortune 500 companies including Capital One, General Motors, Reebok and Kohler to create memorable names such as the Venture Card and the Chevrolet Sonic among hundreds of others.
The Naming Group works across virtually all sectors including but not limited to:
Financial (Capital One, The Wall Street Journal, Experian)
Automotive (GM, Mercedes Benz, First Element Fuel)
Tech (Sony, Epson, Greenhouse, InMoment)
Apparel and home (Gap, Kohler, Reebok, Puma, Christmas Tree Shops)
Food and beverage (Nestle, New Belgium, Pipcorn).
We are the founders of The Namescape School of Thought - the belief that every brand has a collection of named offerings that must work together to communicate overall brand meaning. Our unique focus on the namescape ensures that every name we develop works with the names around it to tell a cohesive story, strategically advancing our clients’ brands.
From naming strategy through creative development, preliminary trademark screening and global linguistic analysis, we have honed an airtight process to create brand-empowering names and architectures – and provide the guidance needed to make informed naming decisions within the complex corporate decision-making environment.
Min project size
Undisclosed
Hourly rate
Undisclosed
Employees
2 - 9
Locations
Los Angeles, CA
Year founded
Founded 2009
1 Locations
Los Angeles , CA
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
Undisclosed
Avg. hourly rate
Undisclosed
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
The Naming Group offers competitive pricing and high value, with clients praising their thorough process and responsiveness. While specific project costs aren't detailed, clients emphasize satisfaction with the investment, indicating effective outcomes relative to costs.
The Naming Group is recognized for their flexibility and ability to adapt to changing client needs and timelines. Their responsiveness ensures that projects remain on track and any client concerns are promptly addressed.
Post-Project Support
The Naming Group’s dedication extends beyond project completion, with many clients noting the valuable ongoing support and guidance they provide to maintain brand consistency and adapt to market changes.
No Significant Areas for Improvement
The reviews generally do not identify specific areas for improvement, indicating a high level of client satisfaction with The Naming Group’s services and deliverables.
Expertise in Naming and Branding Strategy
The Naming Group is consistently praised for their ability to create strategic and memorable brand names. Clients across industries commend their thorough research, creativity, and strategic insight in naming processes, which help businesses stand out in competitive markets.
Strong Project Management Skills
Clients appreciate The Naming Group’s clear communication, timely delivery, and structured project management. They provide detailed timelines and ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the process, resulting in smooth and effective collaborations.
''We were very pleased with their process and service.''
Nov 17, 2023
Marketing Communications Manager, Agriculture Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
San Ramon, California
501-1,000 Employees
Online Review
Verified
An agriculture company hired The Naming Group for branding services. The team conducted an R&D process, including linguistic analysis, trademark research, and stakeholder interviews.
The Naming Group's team successfully completed name development and competitive assessment. The Naming Group exceeded expectations and was communicative and proactive. The client also praised the team's skills and industry knowledge.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Senior Marketing Communications Manager of an agriculture company
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
We engage in the development, registration, sales and marketing of integrated technological solutions for crop production and pest management that deliver value for our customers and stakeholders.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Naming Group to accomplish?
Develop the brand name for a new product
SOLUTION
How did you find The Naming Group?
Online Search
Industry Publication (Print)
Why did you select The Naming Group over others?
High ratings
Great culture fit
Company values aligned
How many teammates from The Naming Group were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
The Naming Group collaborated with key stakeholders to assess priorities, completed competitor reviews, linguistic analysis and preliminary trademark research in the process of developing brand name options for a new product.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Name development, competitive assessment
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
The Naming Group team exceeded expectations in process, communication and execution. They pushed our stakeholders to think critically, be aware of personal bias without excluding individual expertise, and guided us through the considerations for product naming on a large stage.
What was your primary form of communication with The Naming Group?
Virtual Meeting
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
The Naming Group came to the table as true collaborators, building on their skill as facilitators with a strong effort to know our industry, challenges and opportunities. We look forward to working with them again in the future.
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Naming Group could have done differently?
We were very pleased with their process and service.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Naming for Mobile Game Ad Platform Startup
Branding
Confidential
June - July 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
''They are the best naming agency I have worked with.''
Nov 6, 2023
Senior Advisor, alt+b
Ladd Martin
Other industries
San Francisco, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
A marketing advisory practice hired The Naming Group for naming services. The team was tasked with developing a name for a mobile ad platform company, including criteria refinement, strategy, and options evaluation.
The Naming Group delivered a clear strategy and criteria aligned with the client's business and impressed their stakeholders. The Naming Group's team was responsive and punctual, exceeding expectations. The client also praised the team's strategic and creative approach.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and position.
I am the Senior Advisor of alt+b
Describe what your company does in a single sentence.
A marketing advisory practice helping startups establish and activate their brand.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What specific goals or objectives did you hire The Naming Group to accomplish?
Name a Mobile Gaming Ad Platform Business
SOLUTION
How did you find The Naming Group?
Past Experience
Why did you select The Naming Group over others?
Great Past Experience
How many teammates from The Naming Group were assigned to this project?
2-5 Employees
Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.
Develop a name for mobile ad platform company, including: the refinement of criteria and strategy, long list of names, evaluation proccess, briefing to design team.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
The Naming Group delivered at each stage: a clear strategy & criteria which was aligned with all stakeholders, a long list of names of which we were able to select several to take forward to trademark. We were able to align on a name from that short list and move forward with it, with all stakeholders feeling like we have a great name.
Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?
On time, above expectations. Responsive.
What was your primary form of communication with The Naming Group?
Virtual Meeting
Email or Messaging App
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Naming is hard. Many marketers have nightmares about it. I have learned that with The Naming Group it doesn't have to be painful. The Naming Group is both strategic and creative, and I think that is their secret. Figuring out what we are looking for, and then executing against it with flair. They are the best naming agency I have worked with.
Are there any areas for improvement or something The Naming Group could have done differently?
no
RATINGS
5.0
"Overall love working with them."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"The best work."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Met timelines."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Great value for money."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"They're the best I've worked with in this space.
Branded Product Name for Web3 Studio Company
Branding
Confidential
May - June 2022
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Their quality was excellent on every level."
Jun 17, 2022
Owner, The Bokeh Group
Anonymous
Verified
Arts, entertainment & music
Los Angeles, California
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A Web3 studio hired The Naming Group to help them find the perfect name for their new project. The team learned about the product and the firm's goals, and then they crafted a branded name for the product.
The company was happy with The Naming Group's work, which encapsulated the client's vision for the product. The team was highly communicative and worked on time. They did everything to accommodate the project's time-sensitive needs. Overall, they understood the core of the firm's business.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
A Web3 Studio. Owner.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire The Naming Group, and what were your goals?
We were launching a new project and not only did we want to find the perfect name for the collection -- we wanted to make sure it fit all aspects of our future growth and branding strategy.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
Extensive research online. Narrowed down to 5 companies to interview, and Nina was the most thoughtful and insightful.
Describe the scope of their work in detail, including any steps and the final deliverables.
Getting to know the exact core of my product; my business plan; my thought processes; and philosophy about the product and company -- then taking that information to craft the perfect name from a consumer branding perspective.
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
One. Owner. Nina.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
Nina figured out the heart and soul of what I was trying to create.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.
Very communicative. Very on time. My project was one that had to be handled quickly, and she moved mountains to accommodate.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
Nina's ability to get to the core of what my business needs were.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
No!
RATINGS
5.0
"Excellent."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"Their quality was excellent on every level."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
"Excellent on every level."
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
"Seemed to be within industry norms, based on the other interviews I did."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"Easily. And I don't make recommendations lightly.
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