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What Makes a Name YC-Worthy?
We analyzed naming patterns across 5,000+ YC companies to understand what works. The pattern is clear: the best YC startup names share specific characteristics that signal quality and ambition.
Think Stripe, Airbnb, Dropbox, Coinbase, Figma. These aren't descriptive names - they're brandable, memorable, and built to scale. None of them tell you exactly what the product does, yet they've become synonymous with their categories.
The trend continues in recent batches. .AI domains dominated YC W25, with 28% of companies choosing this extension. The message is clear: your domain signals your ambition and market focus.
Stripe, Notion, Linear
Short, abstract, instantly memorable. These names work globally and don't limit product expansion.
Vercel, Retool, Amplitude
Invented words that sound professional and suggest capability without being literal.
getEmailFast-app.io
Descriptive, forgettable, hard to spell. Signals you couldn't secure a proper domain.
YC-Proven Naming Patterns
The approaches that work for accelerator-stage startups
The Power Word
Take an existing word and own it in a new context. Stripe, Notion, Loom, Figma. These words existed but now belong to their companies.
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The Invented Word
Create a new word that sounds natural. Spotify, Twilio, Vercel. Easier to trademark and always available as exact-match domains.
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The Compound
Combine two short words. Airbnb, Doordash, Facebook. Creates unique meaning while using familiar building blocks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What naming patterns do successful YC startups follow?
Successful YC startups typically use short, memorable names (1-2 syllables) that are easy to spell and pronounce. They avoid descriptive names that limit growth, preferring abstract or invented words that can scale with the company.
How do I choose between .AI, .IO, and .COM for my YC startup?
Match your extension to your market: .AI signals AI/ML focus and is trending among YC batches, .IO is popular for developer tools and B2B SaaS, while .COM remains the gold standard for consumer products.
Should my startup name describe what we do?
Generally, no. Descriptive names like 'FastEmailApp' limit your ability to pivot or expand. The most successful YC companies use abstract names that don't directly describe their product but become synonymous with their category.
Can I finance my domain purchase?
Yes, we offer flexible payment options for premium domains. This allows pre-funding startups to secure ideal names without impacting runway. Contact us for installment plan details.
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