Business Name Too "Childish"?

Lots of companies have childish names, but you look pretty young so not sure if that would work against you for someone hesitant to hire you. But still, if you can deliver results, I'm sure they won't care.

I like it! (and I don't think it's childish at all)

Plus, there's a built in visual, which is an awesome way to start a brand image. lol

I like it, the name itself is a purple elephant. People will remember it and it will stand out. If you go networking it's also a great conversation starter.. "So where did the name Blue Monkey Media come from?", "What's a Blue Monkey?" etc

I agree - it has a nice ring to it. I say go for it - not too childish, sounds like a good company name

Hi Mike,

First, I suggest that if you incorporate, that you do so as an LLC (limited Liability Company) which is a form of corporation, but less complicated for accountants (it'll save you accounting fees). Also, "elect" to have your corporation/LLC be treated as a "Sub-Chapter S corporation."

That will allow you and your accountant to decide (each year) if you can save taxes by running the income through the corporation return or your personal return (complicated to explain, so speak to someone or research these issues on the net).

Secondly, I think the business name is fine. However, I'm confused about how the name Blue Monkey and the mascot image of an elephant match-up. Don't they give two different visual images? Won't people have difficulty in associating your company name with your mascot/logo?

If you're going to use the name Blue Monkey, I suggest that you find (or have made) a mascot/logo image of a memorable blue colored monkey. That image will re-enforce remembrance of the company name. Does that make sense, or am I missing something (perhaps you were making a tongue-in-cheek joke)?

Hope that is helpful to you.

God bless,
Doc Reed

I like it. I think it's whimsical, not childish. I'm in the media business, and many of the best, most reputable companies that we work with have fun names - I don't think you're going off base.

There is nothing wrong with standing out from the crowd. Go for it I say. It's a good name.

I think you skipped right over the sarcasm... or who knows, maybe I skipped right over yours?

I just created Bluefoot Media, so I love your name. But then that's me.
It's creative and brandable and catchy.

Is there anything more childish than "Google" or "Apple"?

You know what they say... "Monkey see... monkey do..."

How about something like Monkey Doo Media

Moonpig - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Moonpig.com is a business based in London and Guernsey which sells personalized greeting cards. The website was launched in July 2000, and in 2007 the company was responsible for 90 percent of the online greeting card market in the United Kingdom.

And GoDaddy.com .... also seems "childish" lol

I like it. I also modified it a bit. Consider:

Big Honkin' Hairy Butted Blue Monkey Media Madness!

That name has a nice ring to it and brings up some interesting visuals.

Seriously, I do like it. But don't get so hung up on a name that you forget the important stuff, like taking action. Good luck.

The name is fine, just make sure you have a lawyer handy if you decided to file as a corporation. They have a lot more paperwork and you can make a mess of things if you don't know what you're doing.

I think your name choice is great.

It's memorable....that's key in branding.

Good Luck!

Just did a search on Google ... better check for trademark at TESS. There are a lot of entries for Blue Monkey Media in Google.

I like it. I bet once someone thought Google sounded childish. I say GO FOR IT! Don't even think twice about it. If it is something you like,and it means something to you, go for it.