Podcast Name Generator

If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast, but have been struggling to come up with a name, don’t worry. We have you covered! Our podcast name generator will help to make the process so much easier.

All you need to do is to put some keywords ⌨️ into the search bar and then click on the Search Domain button to see a list of potential names for your new venture.

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Before we share how to choose a podcast name…

Research real-world examples

There are a variety of popular podcasts. Let’s take a look at three of them:

First, Serial.

This podcast’s name is derived from the fact that the podcast tells a story throughout several episodes, or “serials.” This makes it easy for listeners to follow along and keep track of the story.

Second, This American Life.

This popular podcast focuses on stories about American life and culture.

Third, Radiolab.

This podcast started as a radio show, and the name is a nod to the podcast’s roots in radio.

From these few names, there are some things you might have noticed:

• The names are short and easy to remember. Most podcast names are between one and three words.
• Some names indicate what you can expect from the podcast (e.g., With “This American Life,” listeners know they can expect to learn more about American culture).
• The names are easy to pronounce.

These are just a few podcasts. We encourage you to dig deeper and learn about the names of podcasts in your genre. Understanding some of the trends in names will help you know what works and doesn’t in the industry.

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Understand your audience

When trying to develop a podcast name, one of the most important things to consider is your audience.

Who are they? What are they interested in? What might catch their attention? And, most importantly, what will make them keep coming back for more?

Answering these questions will help you narrow down the list of potential names and arrive at a unique and memorable choice that will resonate with your audience.

Think about what makes your podcast special and who you’re speaking to. Then, use that to inform your name selection.

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Know your voice

So, you’ve considered who your target audience is. But now it’s time to bring the spotlight back to you. What’s going to be your unique voice?

There are currently over 2.4 million podcasts [1]. With so many shows out there, it can be challenging to stand out from the crowd.

That’s why finding your unique voice as a podcaster is so essential. Your voice is what will make your podcast distinct and memorable, and it’s what will help you attract listeners who appreciate your style.

Are you trying to be funny or insightful? Trustworthy or edgy? Maybe you plan to be candid and offer casual conversation vibes.

Whatever you decide, the key is to be yourself and let your personality shine through. If you’re passionate about your topic and true to yourself, your podcast’s voice will start to emerge naturally. Before long, you’ll have listeners hooked on your unique perspective.

Now that we’ve covered the basics, it’s time to learn how to come up with a podcast name!

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How to name a podcast with a podcast name generator

Step 1: Brainstorm

For this first step, 🎬 try developing a list of keywords or phrases that best describe your podcast. These could be based on topics, themes, or even just emotions that you want your podcast to evoke.

For example, if your podcast is about business, you might want to include the word “business” in the title. This will help potential listeners know if they’re interested in your podcast topic. Plus, this will make it easy to turn your podcast name into an SEO-friendly domain name when building a website.

At this stage, jot down every idea that comes to mind so that you can get a good pool of options.

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Step 2: Use our podcast name generator

If you’ve never used an online name generator before, don’t worry. This step is actually one of the simplest.

Just enter the words you brainstormed from the previous step (one by one) into the search bar, click on Search Domain, and watch as our tool will provide creative name options for your podcast.

You can then scroll through the list and see if any of the names jump out at you as being a good fit.

Our podcast names generator also has a helpful Sounds Like, Rhymes With, and Random Suggestions feature that can help with the creative process. You can find this below your regular name suggestions.

Check out the words this feature suggested based on a search for “Entertainment”:

You can click on any one of these words to generate a whole new set of name ideas with our podcast name generator.

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Step 3: Shortlist

Once you’ve found a few names you like, it’s time to narrow down your list.

Where do you start? 🏁

Well, remember when we spoke about researching your competitors earlier? Based on the information we learned then, at this stage, you’ll need to get rid of:

• Any names that are too long
• Names that don’t help you express what your podcast is about
• Names that are complicated, hard to spell, or difficult to pronounce

During this step, you can also reach out to family, friends, and peers to get their input.

Ask them:

• Which name from your list is their favorite and why?
• Can they spell [name idea]?
• What is the first thing that comes to mind when they hear [name idea]?
• Does [name idea] make it clear that your podcast is about [podcast theme or style]?

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Step 4: Check the availability of your ideal name

Before you launch your show, it’s essential to make sure that the name you’ve chosen is available. There are a few steps to help you check:

First, try doing a Google search for the podcast name.

Next, head over to iTunes and search for the podcast name there. If the podcast doesn’t appear on iTunes, that’s a good sign. However, if there are other podcasts with similar names, it’s best to choose something else to avoid confusion.

If nobody’s using your podcast name on iTunes or as a domain name, the next step is to try searching for the podcast name on social media sites like Twitter and Facebook.

Finally, you can check with the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) to see if the name has been trademarked.

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Tips to keep in mind

Make it catchy

To develop a catchy name for your podcast, 🎧 try to be creative and have fun with it. Use wordplay, puns, or even jokes in your podcast name to help it stand out from the pack.

And above all else, don’t overthink it.

Sometimes the best podcast names are the simplest ones.

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Aim to stand out

To achieve this, try to avoid generic names. If your podcast is about gardening, for example, while you can add the word “gardening” in your name, try to think of other descriptive words (e.g., greenery, planting, landscaping, etc.).

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Keep it short

Lastly, remember to keep it short and sweet. A long or complicated podcast name is likely to confuse listeners and makes it challenging for them to remember your show. Instead, aim for something easy to remember and pronounce.

Ideally, you should aim for a name between one and three words long.

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10 Narrative podcast name ideas

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10 Educational podcast name ideas

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10 News podcast name ideas

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It’s time to share your thoughts with the world

Try not to get too attached to any one name during the brainstorming process. Once you have a list of names you’re happy with, you’ll need to check availability and ensure that your chosen name isn’t already taken.

Also, take some time to play around with our podcast 👉 name generator tool – it might just help you find the perfect name for your show. And once you’ve found your podcast name, you can check out our guide on how to make a website for it.