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Find keg-splitting names for your pub business.
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The perfect pub name should look good, sound good, carry strong imagery, and make sense as a name for a pub by sticking to the traditional style. See our list below for ideas, or use our pub name generator. Once you've chosen a name, browse these restaurant logos.

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Pub Business Name Ideas:

01. The Mug & Ale

Conjuring the iconic image of a mugful of crisp amber beer, the name will be hard to forget.

02. Raven's Rest

A striking name that makes use of alliteration and evocative imagery.

03. The Owl House

An excellent option for a cozy, woody pub.

04. The Heart Tree

A whimsical take on a traditional name, with a fantastical tone. The name is modern and memorable.

05. The Mountain Bear

The name suggests a rugged, regal atmosphere, and conjures the image of a proud and illusive loner.

06. Pistol & Musket

Daring and striking name that draws on two iconic objects from history that are packed with meaning.

07. The Red Stag

Evoking feelings of freedom and the thrill of the hunt, the name is memorable and striking.

08. The Grassy Arms

Evoking the freedom of grass plains, but also the whimsy of scarecrows, this name is for the daring.

09. The Officer's Sword

A nod to times of revolution, the name has a hint of mischief. Won't easily be forgotten.

10. The Broken Barrels

With its musical rhythm and alliteration, and with its iconic "barrels," this is a great pub name.

How to Name a Pub

How to Name a Pub

A nine-step process to naming a pub.

More Pub Business Name Ideas:

Unique Pub Company Names:

  • Pubalicious.
  • The Gold Cask.
  • The Wild Stag.
  • The Hare & Mare.
  • Pub Life.

Catchy Pub Business Names:

  • The Black Boar.
  • The Red Dragon.
  • The Mighty Bull.
  • The Angel's Share.
  • The Thirsty Trader.

Cool Pub Name:

  • The White Stallion.
  • The Big Oak.
  • The Sea Captain.
  • The Bandit's Lair.
  • The City Inn.

Funny Pub Names:

  • The Let Me Inn.
  • The Bald Dawg.
  • Hop On Inn.
  • The Polar Hare.
  • The Screaming Goat.

FAQs:

How do I come up with some pub business names?

  1. Review your business plan and the image you want to portray.
  2. Research your competitors and take note of strong keywords.
  3. Combine your keywords manually or with a business name generator.
  4. Shortlist your favorite names.
  5. Ask for feedback from family, friends, and potential customers.
  6. Check the domain and trademark availability of the best names.
  7. Secure your name.

What are some famous pub business names?

  • Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese.
  • The Spaniard's Inn.
  • The Harwood Arms.
  • McSorley's.
  • The Burren.
  • Coleman's.

How do I choose a pub business name?

The name of your pub business should look good, sound good, carry strong imagery, and evoke positive emotions. You'll want a name that is unique, but that sounds like a traditional pub name.

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