When starting a blog, one of the first decisions you will need to make is what name to use. There are a few things to consider when naming your blog: the name should be catchy, memorable and relevant to your topic.
If you decide to trademark your blog name, there are a few things to keep in mind.
First, you will need to determine if trademarking your blog name is actually necessary. A trademark may not be necessary for all blogs, but it may be for certain types of blogs.
For example, if your blog focuses on fashion and you want to trademark the name “Fashionably Yours,” then it may be necessary. However, if your blog focuses on food and you do not want to trademark the name “The Foodie Table,” then it may not be necessary.
Second, you will need to determine if the name is available for trademarking. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) provides a search engine that can be used to determine if a name is available for trademarking.
The USPTO also provides information about how to apply for a trademark.
Third, you will need to determine whether the name is protectable. To determine whether a name is protectable, you will need to look at the legal definition of the term and see if it meets that definition.
In addition, you will need to look at other factors such as whether there are any existing trademarks that are similar to your proposed mark and whether people would likely be confused by the use of the mark on products or services.
Finally, you will need to make sure that the use of the mark is appropriate. For example, if you plan on using a brand name in connection with your blog (such as Nike in connection with a blog about running), then it may not be appropriate to use that brand name in connection with a blog about crafts or home decorating.