Discovering the true meaning behind a brand’s name can be fascinating. While some brands are named after their owners, others have interesting backstories. Here are 8 popular brands and the stories behind their names:
Uber –
Co-founders Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp chose the name Uber, which means “over, above” in German, to reflect their vision of a transportation service that goes above and beyond traditional taxi services.
Ola –
Indian entrepreneurs Bhavish Aggarwal and Ankit Bhati chose the name Ola, derived from the Spanish word “Hola,” which means “Hello,” to reflect their friendly and approachable ride-hailing service.
Pepsodent –
Pepsodent’s name comes from “pepso,” which refers to the digestive agent pepsin found in the original formula, and “dent,” for dentists who cure teeth.
Colgate –
Named after its founder, English-American soap industrialist William Colgate, Colgate is a toothpaste brand that has been around since the 19th century.
Maggi –
Swiss entrepreneur Julius Maggi dreamed of creating food products that people would never forget. The popular instant noodle brand Maggi is named after him.
Bata –
Bata Shoe Company was established by siblings Tomáš, Anna, and Antonín Baťa in Czechoslovakia in 1894. Today, Bata is a multinational footwear company known for its quality shoes.
Fevicol –
Indian brand of adhesives Fevicol’s name is a combination of “Fedco” and the German word “Col,” meaning anything that bonds two things.
Parle-G –
Parle-G is a popular biscuit brand manufactured by Parle Products in India. The “G” originally stood for “Glucose,” though a later brand slogan also stated “G for Genius.”
Knowing the meaning behind a brand’s name can add an interesting layer of understanding and appreciation for the product.
