3 Ideas for Blogger Names: The EASIEST Strategy To Make Your Decision

Sep 25

Written By Tiffani

Holy crap, why is it SO hard to pick a name for your blog? Coming up with ideas for blogger names is the easy part. It's narrowing down that idea list to "The One" perfect name that stresses you out.

When I started this business, I called it Creative Content (because I'm just creative like that /s). But when I decided to make it an LLC, someone else took that name in Florida. So I played around with it until I came up with the even more clever Your Creative Content, LLC (it's sarcasm, guys. Sarcasm).

Oher than your blog name being unavailable with your state as an LLC, it might not be available as a domain name or social media handles.

So what do you do? Do you abandon the name completely? Do you get a .org?

Here's my best advice.

3 Ways To Narrow Down Your Ideas For Blogger Names

You have your list of ideas for blogger names, and you've narrowed it down to one. You're not ready to buy an LLC, but you are ready to buy your domain (here's how I buy mine).

But then you see that your blog name is taken. Darn it. Now what?

I don't recommend having anything other than .com in your website/blog URL.

Traditionally, we reserve .org websites for nonprofits. GoDaddy explains, "Today, there's no formal requirement that only non-profits can buy . org, but it's generally understood to be for charitable work."

The less you confuse your readers, the better. That's why (in my opinion) anything else won't appear as trustworthy. While some people may not even notice, I know that I definitely second guess myself when I find a source that isn't a .com or .org.

Is this legit?

Instead, try to come up with synonyms or add extra words— like I did!

If you want people to remember your blog name, less is more. And if you feel like you have to explain your blog name, it ain't it.

Here are 3 strategies to help you narrow your ideas for blogger names

Blogger Name Option #1: Use Your Name and Industry

Nomadic Matt is a terrific example of this.

As you might have guessed, Matt is a travel blogger. A well-known one, at that. You might even attribute one of the reasons for his success (besides excellent content) to his easy-to-remember blog name.

If I wanted to start a blog on how to become a successful freelance writer, I might call my blog Tiffani Writes.

Personal branding is the pinnacle of marketing these days. 66% of consumers think transparency is one of the most attractive qualities of a brand (Accenture Strategy, 2018).

Using your name makes your audience feel like you know the person whose content they’re consuming. And it's easy to remember what you go to them for!

For example, imagine you knew Nomadic Matt in real life. You would be aware that he travels frequently. So, the next time you have a question about your next big vacation, you might naturally think, "Oh, I'll ask Matt! He travels a lot."

Likewise, a friend of mine knows they can come to me, Tiffani, for writing advice because they know I'm a professional writer.

Tie your niche into your blog name with your own name. It might help with SEO, and it adds that personal touch!

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Blogger Name Option #2: Be Creatively Simple

Again, less is more when narrowing down ideas for blogger names.

A previous client of mine, Christine, has a blog called Sunsets Abroad.

You hear the term "abroad" and instantly think of travel. Adding in "Sunsets" gives you the idea that she's going to take you on a tour around the world to see different sunsets.

It sounds exciting. It makes you want to go with her on this journey to see sunsets around the world. And she only uses two words.

So, try to play around with simple words that paint a picture in someone's head. Try to evoke emotions like excitement, empowerment, or relief.

When you hear the name, you might expect itineraries for different destinations on her blog (like "5 Things You Can Do From Dawn to Dusk in X City"). When you visit her social media, you probably expect to see gorgeous pictures of her at sunset in different places worldwide.

Using concise nouns and adjectives for your blog name makes everything easier in creating content. It makes:

Marketing more manageable
Creating content effortless
Branding seamless

Blogger Name Option #3: YourFirstNameYourLastName.com

Just make it simple when you're struggling to develop a blog name.

Use your first and last name.

You might have some reservations about this because you don't want people to know such intimate information. So, I guess it all depends on how well-known you're willing to become.

Using your name for your blog prevents you from putting yourself into a box. So if you started writing about fashion but then decided you wanted to start writing about entrepreneurship, you can do that!

You won't have to rename your blog or start a new one.

However, it might be harder to grow since people initially people will be interested in what you’re doing, not who you are (because you’re a new blogger and they don’t know you!).

Your Thoughts?

Let's be honest: at the end of the day, is anybody going to judge you on your blog name?

Probably not.

Does it have to make sense to the general public? Not necessarily! Something like Saffy Sprocket speaks to a very specific audience. And that can be an excellent tool to grow a large, engaged community.

You'll know the right name when it comes to you. And remember that, sometimes, the most simple things in life are the best.