Name that Blog!

For many of us, blogging has become a favorite past time. It’s a practical and new method to express our feelings, concerns and ideas under the online sun. It allows us to relate to friends, acquaintances and even complete strangers in an avenue that’s convenient and easy to use. But do you know that for some people, blogging has become a very profitable hobby as well?

It all starts with a purpose, a wonderful plan and of course that perfect blog design to usher in viewers! So what do you do first? Well, how about coming up with the ideal blog name to match your goal? Here’s a simple guide to do just that…

Sounds Good -  You have to make sure that it’s pleasant to the ears. Find something that excites the senses, both yours and the reader. Make a list of probable blog names you would like to consider. Afterwards say each of them out loud and see if it works.

You may even ask your friends to listen and evaluate the names you’ve created. Don’t try too hard or be too cutie cute about it. You’ll want something that doesn’t necessarily activate a violent reaction or somebody else’s gag reflex for that matter. Just kidding! I personally wouldn’t be enticed by blogs that are named Tick, Plurk or Orkut. So make it sound good!

Catchy – Do make sure that your blog name catches enough attention. Is it memorable or forgettable? Remember that most people go through a minimum of 5 blogsites or websites in a day.

The chance that they would remember a name that’s long enough to be a sentence is pretty slim! Make sure you do away with boring, mundane and mediocre names that will never really deserve a second look. Can they spell it out properly? Does it relate to the content of your blog? If so, then go ahead and give that name a try.

Short and Sweet – You have to keep it short and simple. If you’re very fond of articles (a, an, the), then now is the time to ignore them. Opt for more concise names that are unique and easily remembered. There’s an unwritten rule for this. Keep it no more than four syllables and you’re bound to be safe. If it’s longer than that, it simply becomes a bore to recall.

So make that name click-worthy!