YouTube Name Ideas: Best Tips & Mistakes to Avoid!

[@ThinkMediaTV]

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[@hatoraidcowboy]

I’m very happy with my Channel name. It’s unique and I know I am literally the only person in the world and on youtube with this name.

[@unclemick-synths]

I went with mine because I'm not getting any younger, people IRL treat me like I'm their uncle, and a friend who passed away always called me Mick.

[@TheHeavenlyBridegroomMusic]

No I am not. I was at first, but it's too long. The domain and email would be too long.

[@TravelWalesWithPaul]

I started out as Travelling Paul. But then I changed it to Budget Traveller Paul. Which do you think is the best name?

[@TravelWalesWithPaul]

Love this channel. I watch it a lot.

[@antonlobashkov3583]

Thanks!

[@mcmaschio]

One of the most nerve wrecking parts … decided finally to not overthink keep it simple and go with my name 😝

[@TheHeavenlyBridegroomMusic]

I'm changing the name to something shorter, and simple and what it is about. Changing today. And it's memorable. Bam! Thank you so much!

[@countdown8486]

These videos is the thing we need

[@zkjpj]

YESIRRRRRR

[@BWskull]

Fr

[@terricox3559]

We also need to learn verb conjugations😂

[@Carol-cl4]

Yesssss😅

[@Lonelyboywithnofriends]

We are brothers 😀

[@seansaidit]

Amazing video bro! I've been back and fourth on starting a youtube channel for years now but, after a major car accident injury and it hurting my detailing business I'm going to finally give it a go! You just helped me solidify my channel name I picked prior to this vid! Hybrid it is! "Sean Said It" is the name and this channel is going to be my speaking on business, investing, social experiments, pyschology and more! Hope to see you at the top and thank you!

[@JeiCos]

Mine is the Hybrid one (option 3). Jei is what I go by at conventions, and is literally part of my name, but spelled using Romanized Japanese Kanji (Using English letters to spell out something written in Japanese). The character for JEI are what would be used to spell Jay in Japanese. The "Cos" part of my name is just short for Cosplay (which is what my channel is about), and is extremely common in the cosplay community to indicate that you are a cosplayer.

[@astraphobiacos]

wasn’t expecting to see a cosplayer here, but yes! this explains a good way to name a cosplay channel very well, i wish i knew these things when i started ^^

[@JeiCos]

@@astraphobiacos Yea I was lucky that part of my actual name (Or even just the first letter, since that's how you pronounce the letter "J"), flowed really well into the "cos" part. There are tons of people who use their first name followed by cosplay, so what I did is pretty normal actually lol. For example, someone could be named "EmilyCosplay" or "JakeCosplay" or something. That's pretty common. Most people use a word they associate with, and then the word cosplay. For example your name. Astraphobia may be something you deal with for real. But it also just sounds cool. That's basically what the second way is that I mentioned there, a word you associate with.

[@DadBodForever]

It took me a while to come up with my name, and so far I like it.

[@avneet2.0]

These are some great tips! I personally don't like hybrid names either lol. Totally agree with not putting pressure on the name itself as you can always change it later. Great video! :)

[@chriswhite3086]

Whats your channel?

[@ACardboardBox_]

Oooof

[@retrox64games]

@@chriswhite3086 lmaoooo ur joking right? xD

[@dynamics9000]

Awesome video and I loved watching it. thanks for the upload !

[@MarcoBeSomething]

I like to make names that convey the general idea of the content you’ll find when seeing the video library for example my main channel is SnazzyGameBot and this is my second channel that I made to challenge myself as a creator and make content based on my other interests as well as experiment in trying other interests. That being said I’ve considered changing the name several times since I feel that this is more a holdover name but some ideas I’ve came up with since creating the channel are: Marco’sMix, AverageGuyTries, MBProductions, MarcoMakes or MarcoMakesContent(leaning towards this one). I like that they’re memorable, unique and have nice sounding acronyms.

[@BracketReviews]

Great video 😊

[@AlexiGiovani]

Fun fact. My name LOOKS like a real name (option 1) but it’s actually a custom name (option 4). It’s from my two main Animal Crossing character names. Alexi and Giovani ;)

[@oh_noes]

The comment above mine is a scammer

[@Vxa_gaming]

I’ve been thinking of vliazy, cause my name starts with V and i wanna add lazy into the word, but i just changed it up a bit and i came up with vliazy.

[@WanderingSwitchback]

I'm happy with mine, and thankfully it wasn't taken anywhere! Switchback is my trail name, and I wanted something that fit with backpacking and hiking, but also something that was my "style." Of the words I considered, Wandering was the best fit. I also wanted it to be appealing to beginners, be reasonably memorable and not sound like I'm some aggressive hiker.

[@BlueWolfRoblox]

I use my gaming nickname (BlueWolf), in every kind of account, app or game (even my SCHOOL ACCOUNT). Its very unique and includes two of some of my favorite things. Its something simple but it became my personal signature for years. Im proud of my channel name for sure...!

[@mr.explain]

I love this guy nolan I enjoy watching his videos

[@TinyKideo]

Cool Guy

[@TheHeavenlyBridegroomMusic]

Me too!

[@TiffanyBlogs72]

Thank you great 👍🏻 video tips! 😊

[@Modern_Monk71]

Bout to do my first video tomorrow. WML!

[@nyx-u2c]

Tysm for this I needed this for my youtube channel

[@King_FuhNaf]

I really need this.thank you

[@SLKCHESS]

Nice video and very useful advices

[@InfiniteASMR662]

Great info! 👍

[@pigskinrode0]

This is the problem that i'm running into right now. I'm starting my youtube channel later this week. I enjoy playing games such as Star Citizen, FPS, and Madden on a regular basis, but at the same time. I also wanna make sure that my channel talks about real-life stuff that we go through as people.. I don't know if I should have 2 separate channels or make it one for right now and go from their.

[@mariahburrell4954]

that was a nice segue to the advertisement of the tickets, great job.

[@jeffy-yt_experience]

thanks 😇😀😃😄😁

[@Trekopolis]

If your real name is rather lame or hard to spell for people just create a stage name like all the musicians do. It really doesn't matter in the long run as long as the content is good. Maybe some alias about your niche. If it's just you then this is your chance to create a name you've always wanted right? - Signed... Mr. Beans

[@adrianacv727]

Great tips, thank you so much for the video!

[@MaineStreamFishing]

Love you using the fishing as a example! Also what do you think about my channel name?

[@FreedmenCaucus]

Thanks. I came up with something unique for my gaming channel because so many were taken.

[@UNICORNSF3ProgameplayProRACER]

Great vid!

[@liliasuyat]

Thanks for the tips 👍

[@Tw1s7]

I should just accept my name that I've had for so many years and not be ashamed of it. Many people misread it or mispronounce it and that's always made me think I've maybe made a mistake or made it too hard, but to me, it had a special meaning.

[@KnoxzyGaming]

Is it twist?

[@JuanGamer0202]

Mine is too long, been using it for years but this aint ideal no more

[@FAUXTV1]

First here..watching this from Ghana

[@tonistevens9435]

Thank you for the advice 😊

[@GayaShoval]

Question:when I'm changing my name does it affect the algorithm

[@BrandonMinguez]

I’ve changed my KZbin name a few times, but I like the hybrid method how it currently is. I post investing content as well and I’ve thought about adding that in somehow, but feel like that may make the name too long.

[@therealcrieffe01]

Currently reading KZbin Secrets book and it brought me here😊

[@NiklasEngelLive]

I want to make KZbin videos about outdoor gear and trips related to biking and hiking. Should I rename one of my inactive channels, they where about tea and motorcycle restoration. Should I rename one of these channels (maybe the one with 150 subscribers) and make an announcement video to let the viewers know about the new content, or should I create a third, separate channel for the outdoor content?"

[@amarinwokoye1889]

Thanks for ur help

[@Bellamauricevlog]

Always on point

[@Gremlin-o2h]

I am going to watch this every day now 🎉❤

[@belkisdoblado1173]

thank you for helping me

[@JappyRestoration]

Hi can i ask something...There no problem of changing name on youtube channel? I really want to change my name...but im scared.. 😊

[@蚵]

Hmm thanks for the tutorial!

[@iamboredyk4129]

Hey guys! I need your advice... I have three Options of names 1. Muff1n 2. MARVIN 3. Marvin Schmidt Wich should i choose?

[@iamboredyk4129]

@JayLeeBeanz ich bin auch deutsch 😂 aber danke für deine Hilfe...hat mir sehr geholfen

[@artemis1163]

I want these ideas❤

[@EliSweatt]

Very Helpful😀

[@TheHeavenlyBridegroomMusic]

Need this! My name is too long and hard to remember.

[@DeathCosmosGuy]

Anyone who reveals their true identity on the internet has no idea what they're doing. It's why I use names like this: Sonic, and other names I've used. I don't want just anyone to see what I really look like or have access to my full name. It can be misused.

[@johnclay7644]

useful tips.

[@Maxime_K-G]

Every time I find a good one I put it in the search bar and it's already long been taken... makes me feel like the whole idea of original ideas and copyright is one big farce. 😂

[@TheJustinConnor]

Great tips!

[@Μ4́]

Thanks it helped😂

[@EricEntertainment77]

Am i allowed to use a name like Captain Playstation if i want to start a game channel with playstation games? Or for example Mister Nike as a youtube channel and then start vlogging with my daily Nike outfits?? Good advice will be much appreciated guys, thanks in advance

[@Nahjustchillng]

-i will do it-

[@victorialennox7821]

Great video thank you God bless

[@Becomingawifepodcast]

I have a Vlog channel and I have a business Spa that everyone knows. Which should I use?

[@Prexfr]

Good vid

[@LinyanLi]

谢谢您的分享。

[@CraftyDiaries]

It was a blessed day I thought of my channel name🥳

[@Bunnikins_And_Friends]

Congratulations!!

[@AteEmmaTV100]

Thank you sir...

[@Marcity1]

Lucky

[@Injoy1999]

thanks really help

[@Sigge_the_legend]

This is what we all need

[@ThePressRoomSA]

When i tell people about my channel they say they can't find it on the KZbin search.

[@yasartorgut7184]

Who’s here in 2024!!

[@Rubenpax2]

ik

[@GamerTV-o4r]

Me

[@IceyVR0]

me

[@AbuKhan-i9t]

Me

[@Fake_ginger-s3j]

MEEEEEEEE

[@eldadamara]

Hi Nolan, If I chose an alias or Pen name how o you get paid say in a you tube partnership program if you are not using your own name. And also say you are doing lie streams and people making donation if you're using an alias how can you get paid as your bank account details won't be the same as your pen name. I cannot find any videos on this. Can you help please. Eldad Amara(UK).

[@SkyPuppy-t3r]

Ty

[@HEHEHAHA646]

THANK YOU

[@VenilPlayz]

Thanks

[@dudecctv]

Thoughts on capitalizing vs no capitalization?

[@ascendteecee]

Thank ya so much

[@crystalramirezmoreno9190]

what are your thoughts about channels with “The” in the title? does that present any challenges that i may not know about? (new creator here)

[@Graylag]

I'm here in 2025 and 2024

[@TheProgCorner]

Love the dog!!!

[@linghsuanchen6239]

Yes

[@garfieldthesixteenth]

thanks

[@CayouFrançois]

Yep

[@lavagaminglavagaming7528]

I think the best option is creative names

[@Ithinksonethingaboutcheese]

Is matthew and chippy good?

[@TheProgCorner]

Channel name is essential. It’s the main reason I got to 1000 subs in 100 days.

[@Thetreesspeakvietnamese]

Uhh is this good for military gaming?

[@_LuckyyYT]

you see, my username is rare, using an underscore for the start, which you cannot do anymore!

[@ForTheLoveOfHomes]

Good food for thought

[@deboragreypalomino2885]

So good

[@Anabolic_Alec]

Thinking of changing mine to Aesthetic Alec because the name Anabolic Alec has people think I promote ster*id use 🤦‍♂️

[@taysosareacts]

We still here End of 2024?

[@HoopsCenter73]

Me

[@BestAudiovisualTricks]

What are the pros and cons of using your stage name as your KZbin channel's name? Thanks man!

[@rinagetsreal6189]

Guys!! ****What name do YOU think is better?**** "Rina Gets REAL" or "Rina Reviews Coaches"? One is vague but conveys that I am giving "the real scoop" on something which you should be able to decipher thru the video thumb/title that got you to look... The other is plain Jane, but to the precise point... I do reviews of coaches (and their programs). THOUGHTS???

[@TheHeavenlyBridegroomMusic]

I'm also divorced still using my name from my marriage. Idk if I want to do that. Maybe based on what I do or what it is.

[@ArdenBaconaje]

Who's here in 2024?

[@SliceBlox]

I’m in 2025

[@-Lazy]

Funny. (For some reason, "@Lazy" wasn't an option even though I was one of the earlier ones to be allowed to choose a name & it wasn't taken and still isn't. I guess it is just banned

[@MasaKovac]

How should I name my KZbin channel if I have a very native name of my country? This is a problem because people won't be able to easily remember my name if they can't even pronounce it..

[@Crickajou]

my current channel name is SUPSKRIEB but I thing it sounds lame so im changing it to something random :)

[@Liverpool.And.Borinmos]

Nice

[@Kion_94]

Mine is easy. LIONKING fan as a Lion king fan The _ because it looks better than a space and 94 for the year when Lion king was realised.

[@hopistry]

Hi Nolan

[@Obbee]

my youtube handle name looks basic and simple but somehow its not yet taken.

[@-Lazy]

People with a higher amount of subs got to claim their @ earlier

[@mr.monke_shorts6481]

My name is Bentley so when people search it up it shows cars😫

[@TFKBullseye]

But what about Mr beast his name nothing to do with his videos 2:38

[@Emperor-digi]

I like your dog