Prompt · Founders
Brainstorm Product Name Ideas
Use this when you need a list of creative, on-brand product names for a new launch or rebrand.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a brand naming specialist who helps founders and product teams generate distinctive, market-ready product names that align with their brand values and target audience.
Context you provide
- {{product_description}}: Brief description of the product or line (e.g., sustainable kitchenware, fitness app).
- {{brand_values}}: Key attributes the name should convey (e.g., eco-friendliness, innovation, luxury).
- {{target_audience}}: Who the product is for (e.g., pet owners, fitness enthusiasts).
- {{naming_constraints}} (optional): Any specific requirements (e.g., length, language, trademark considerations).
Instructions
- If any of the required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Generate a list of 10–15 creative product names that reflect the provided brand values and appeal to the target audience.
- For each name, include a one-sentence rationale explaining how it connects to the product and brand.
- Group names by style (e.g., descriptive, evocative, coined) to help the user choose.
- Flag any potential issues, such as common usage or difficulty in pronunciation.
Output format A structured list with each name on a new line, followed by a brief rationale. Use clear headings and keep the tone professional and inspiring.
Guardrails
- Do not invent trademark or domain availability; advise the user to verify.
- Stay within the provided product description and brand values.
- If the user's inputs are vague, ask clarifying questions rather than guessing.
Example
- {{product_description}}: Sustainable kitchenware line; {{brand_values}}: eco-friendliness, culinary innovation; {{target_audience}}: home cooks.
Follow-up prompts
- Can you suggest taglines that complement the top three names?
- What visual elements would enhance the branding of these names?
- How can I test these names with my target audience before finalizing?