Your business name matters: why choosing the right name can make or break your startup!

Your business name is likely to be a crucial element in establishing your brand’s identity. It’s important to choose a name that reflects your brand’s values, is legally available and can be protected.

A strong business name can help your business stand out in a competitive market, build trust with customers and partners and create a memorable brand that resonates with your target audience.

As your business grows, your business name becomes even more critical as it becomes a recognisable symbol of your reputation, quality and trustworthiness.

Protecting your business name can prevent others from imitating it, increase the value of your business and make it more attractive to potential investors and buyers.

Our unique search tool is the first step in establishing whether your business name is viable and available to be registered and protected.

Step 1: SEARCH TOOL

Use our search tool to see whether your chosen business name is available.

Step 2: DUE DILIGENCE

Our Business Name Packages include additional searches and checks to ensure there is no infringement should your business name be registered.

Step 3: BUSINESS NAME PROTECTION

Our unique service provides our clients with protection against “passing off” (name copying) and the associated reputational/goodwill/trading damage that this causes. In the event of a passing off case, National Business Register will cover the first £10,000* of legal costs (internally and externally) to fight the case on your behalf. * See Terms and Conditions

Business Name Protection FAQs

Whether you’ve been trading a while, or you’re just starting up, registering your business name with National Business Register will ensure you are protected from ‘passing off’, with our guarantee to cover your fees and representation, should action be required. Here’s all you need to know:

Business Name Protection FAQs