# Product Name Ideas: Productivity App for Remote Teams

## Naming Brief
- **Product:** Task management and async communication app for remote teams
- **Target Users:** Remote-first startups and distributed teams
- **Key Attributes:** Simple, async-first, calming (not stressful)
- **Competitors:** Slack, Asana, Notion, Monday
- **Tone:** Modern, friendly, professional but not corporate

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## INVENTED WORDS
Completely new words that are ownable and trademarkable.

| Name | Pronunciation | Rationale | Domain |
|------|---------------|-----------|--------|
| Flowly | FLOW-lee | Flow + friendly suffix, suggests smooth work | flowly.com (check) |
| Taskara | tas-KAR-ah | Task + ara (sunrise in Japanese) | taskara.com (likely available) |
| Synqo | SINK-oh | Sync + unique spelling | synqo.com (check) |
| Cleario | CLEAR-ee-oh | Clear + io (tech suffix) | cleario.io (check) |
| Wrkflow | WORK-flow | Work minus vowels, modern style | wrkflow.com (check) |
| Teamly | TEAM-lee | Team + ly, simple and clear | teamly.io (check) |
| Asynca | ah-SINK-ah | Async + feminine suffix | asynca.com (likely available) |
| Remotr | re-MOH-ter | Remote minus e, tech style | remotr.io (check) |

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## COMPOUND WORDS
Two words combined to create new meaning.

| Name | Components | Rationale | Domain |
|------|------------|-----------|--------|
| ClearSpace | Clear + Space | Mental clarity, workspace | clearspace.io (check) |
| TeamPulse | Team + Pulse | Living, rhythmic team connection | teampulse.com (check) |
| WorkCalm | Work + Calm | Anti-stress positioning | workcalm.com (check) |
| FlowDesk | Flow + Desk | Smooth workflow, workspace | flowdesk.io (check) |
| TaskNest | Task + Nest | Organized home for tasks | tasknest.com (check) |
| SyncBase | Sync + Base | Foundation for staying in sync | syncbase.io (check) |
| TeamThread | Team + Thread | Connected conversations | teamthread.com (check) |
| RemoteHQ | Remote + HQ | Headquarters for remote teams | remotehq.io (check) |

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## REAL WORDS (New Context)
Existing words given new meaning in product context.

| Name | Original Meaning | New Context | Domain |
|------|------------------|-------------|--------|
| Cadence | Rhythm, flow | Regular team rhythm | cadence.app (check) |
| Beacon | Guiding light | Central source of truth | beacon.team (check) |
| Compass | Navigation tool | Guiding team direction | compass.work (check) |
| Harbor | Safe port | Safe space for team work | harbor.io (check) |
| Tempo | Speed, rhythm | Work at your own pace | tempo.so (check) |
| Canvas | Blank surface | Build your workflow | canvas.team (check) |
| Orbit | Path around center | Team revolves around work | orbit.work (check) |
| Anchor | Stability point | Grounding for remote teams | anchor.team (check) |

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## METAPHOR NAMES
Names that evoke imagery or feeling without being literal.

| Name | Metaphor | Feeling Evoked | Domain |
|------|----------|----------------|--------|
| Clearwater | Clear flowing water | Transparency, flow | clearwater.io (check) |
| Basecamp | Mountain expedition camp | Adventure, teamwork | (taken by competitor) |
| Lighthouse | Guiding beacon | Direction, safety | lighthouse.team (check) |
| Riverflow | Flowing river | Continuous movement | riverflow.io (check) |
| Treehouse | Elevated clubhouse | Fun, collaboration | treehouse.work (check) |
| Launchpad | Rocket launch site | Starting point, momentum | launchpad.team (check) |
| Campfire | Gathering place | Community, warmth | campfire.io (check) |
| Northstar | Guiding star | Direction, purpose | northstar.work (check) |

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## ABSTRACT/MINIMAL NAMES
Short, punchy names that prioritize memorability over meaning.

| Name | Style | Notes | Domain |
|------|-------|-------|--------|
| Kona | 4-letter real word | Hawaiian wind, coffee association | kona.io (check) |
| Zeno | 4-letter invented | Greek philosopher, sounds tech | zeno.so (check) |
| Vero | 4-letter real word | True in Italian | vero.team (check) |
| Modo | 4-letter real word | Way/method in Spanish/Italian | modo.work (check) |
| Flux | 4-letter real word | Change, flow | flux.team (check) |
| Kern | 4-letter real word | Typography term, tight spacing | kern.io (check) |
| Alto | 4-letter real word | High in Italian/Spanish | alto.work (check) |
| Navi | 4-letter invented | Navigate shortened | navi.team (check) |

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## ACRONYM/ABBREVIATION STYLE
Names that feel like abbreviations or initialisms.

| Name | Could Stand For | Vibe | Domain |
|------|-----------------|------|--------|
| TRMS | Teams + Remote + Management + Sync | Enterprise, serious | trms.io (check) |
| WKND | Weekend/Work kind | Casual, relaxed work | wknd.work (check) |
| SNCD | Synced | Technical, minimal | sncd.io (check) |
| TMWK | Teamwork | Direct, no-nonsense | tmwk.co (check) |

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## TOP 10 RECOMMENDATIONS

Based on memorability, domain likelihood, and brand fit:

| Rank | Name | Style | Why It Works |
|------|------|-------|---------------|
| 1 | **Flowly** | Invented | Memorable, positive, suggests smooth workflow |
| 2 | **ClearSpace** | Compound | Describes benefit, professional, calming |
| 3 | **Cadence** | Real word | Elegant, implies rhythm of remote work |
| 4 | **Tempo** | Real word | Short, implies working at own pace |
| 5 | **TeamPulse** | Compound | Descriptive, suggests living connection |
| 6 | **Harbor** | Real word | Safe, calm, protective feeling |
| 7 | **Asynca** | Invented | Directly references async, unique |
| 8 | **Compass** | Real word | Guidance, direction, clarity |
| 9 | **Modo** | Real word | Short, international, flexible meaning |
| 10 | **WorkCalm** | Compound | Anti-stress positioning, clear benefit |

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## DOMAIN CHECKING GUIDE

**Where to check:**
- namecheap.com - Domain availability
- instantdomainsearch.com - Quick bulk check
- namecheckr.com - Social handle availability
- trademarkia.com - Trademark conflicts

**Domain strategies if .com is taken:**
1. Try .io, .co, .app, .so, .work, .team
2. Add "get", "try", "use" prefix (getflowly.com)
3. Add "app", "hq" suffix (flowlyapp.com)
4. Different TLD often fine for B2B SaaS

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## NAME EVALUATION CRITERIA

Rate each name 1-5 on:

| Criteria | What to Consider |
|----------|------------------|
| **Memorability** | Can someone remember it after hearing once? |
| **Spellability** | Can they type it without asking? |
| **Pronunciation** | One obvious way to say it? |
| **Distinctiveness** | Different from competitors? |
| **Domain/Social** | Can you get reasonable handles? |
| **Trademark** | Clear of obvious conflicts? |
| **Meaning** | Does it support your positioning? |
| **Longevity** | Will it age well as you grow? |
| **International** | Works across languages/cultures? |
| **Likability** | Do people smile when they hear it? |

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## NEXT STEPS

1. **Shortlist 5-10 names** that resonate with you
2. **Check domain availability** for each (exact match and alternatives)
3. **Check trademark databases** (USPTO, EU IPO)
4. **Test with target users** - Say it out loud, ask for reactions
5. **Sleep on it** - Names grow on you or fade
6. **Secure assets** - Domain, social handles, trademark filing