We need a name for a kitten, before he's not a kitten anymore. We adopted a little (for now) Maine Coon kitten and so far we haven't managed to keep a name stuck to him. Pictures! Details below. [more inside]
posted by tybstar on Dec 3, 2009 - 82 answers

what is this Fabolous song? [more inside]
posted by tunestunes on Nov 25, 2009 - 2 answers

I am converting to Judaism and need to pick my Hebrew name. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by n'muakolo on Nov 25, 2009 - 26 answers

I have tentatively given my freelance editing and design business the name Words Like Notes. What do you think of it? [more inside]
posted by jlhopes on Nov 25, 2009 - 21 answers

Name-my-web-show filter: I'm launching a web show that features the places and foods of Singapore. I need a shot, snazzy title for it, ending with a .tv domain. Anybody got any ideas? Thanks so much!
posted by mordecai on Nov 21, 2009 - 10 answers

Help me guess this person's name. I've been given some clues. [more inside]
posted by Cogito on Nov 20, 2009 - 12 answers

My boyfriend's mother keeps trying to rename me and I find it offensive, what should I do? [more inside]
posted by Xianny on Nov 18, 2009 - 76 answers

Help me find someone with Hangul calligraphy skills. [more inside]
posted by larsks on Nov 17, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm starting a blog about question-asking (including Q&A sites, library reference, etc) and I need a good name for it. I was thinking of some kind of wordplay involving hives/bees/honey/pollen because I love bees, and because "hive mind" is kind of related. Obvious names like "hivebuzz" or "infobuzz" or "hivetalk" are a little too obvious for my tastes (and are also already taken, so it could just be sour grapes). Any ideas? Non-bee suggestions are also welcome!
posted by unknowncommand on Nov 17, 2009 - 20 answers

How can I legally change my last name in Texas without it being due to marriage or divorce? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 11, 2009 - 6 answers

What song is this, please? (youtube link) http://tinyurl.com/ykppwlo
posted by wsg on Nov 5, 2009 - 4 answers

I want to start an Irish band called the Peter O'Tooles. Might this be a problem? [more inside]
posted by Astro Zombie on Nov 4, 2009 - 23 answers

I cannot, for the life of me, figure out this person's name. She says it, right there in plain language, but I just can't catch it. Does the name sound familiar? I kinda think the last name is Gomez, but even that I'm not so sure of.
posted by ericc on Nov 4, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me name my blog! [more inside]
posted by Chrysalis on Oct 16, 2009 - 16 answers

Is there a domain shortener like TinyURL that forwards, but keeps the http://tinyurl.com/whatever part stay in the address bar? [more inside]
posted by andrewzipp on Oct 5, 2009 - 9 answers

I have found a written reference to a person with a last name of: ten Thije ook genoemd Boonkkamp. I am assuming that it is Dutch? and can anyone transliterate it into English, especially the non-capitalized parts? Does it mean 'Thije' who is married to 'Boonkkamp' or anything like that?
posted by eaglehound on Sep 25, 2009 - 8 answers

Help me name my wicked-cool collaborative learning group! [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx on Sep 24, 2009 - 18 answers

My future son needs an Irish first name with some muscle. [more inside]
posted by 256 on Sep 22, 2009 - 77 answers

I have a new name. My passport is in my old name. I've booked a flight under my old name. Will I have trouble traveling? [more inside]
posted by pantheON on Sep 20, 2009 - 19 answers

What is this song? [more inside]
posted by defmute on Sep 18, 2009 - 2 answers

I reeally dislike my RealFirstName. I want to start going by a NewName. Unfortunately, I have complicated things by not introducing myself as my NewName at my new "career", office-y job. So everybody just calls me by RealFirstName. So if I want to change this, and eventually go by NewName, what do I do now? [more inside]
posted by demagogue on Sep 16, 2009 - 22 answers

Should I worry that my great-aunt shows up when one Googles my unusual name? [more inside]
posted by rzperllian on Sep 8, 2009 - 9 answers

I've had this dog for… a long time, I’m ashamed to admit how long. I keep thinking I’ll just ‘come up with’ a name, like I have with past cats and dogs. I am stumped. [more inside]
posted by saragoodman3 on Sep 5, 2009 - 88 answers

Planning to change my last name, which isn't a common thing for men to do. Not sure what reactions to expect from colleagues and peers. How can I best deal with potential social stigma and explanations of reasoning involved? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 31, 2009 - 15 answers

Bearfilter: Help me name this grizzly bear bean bag! [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth on Aug 25, 2009 - 24 answers

My sister needs help naming a section of her bi-annual kids' consignment sale, and I'm not good with this advertising stuff. [more inside]
posted by little_c on Aug 18, 2009 - 11 answers

Can you help me find a name for my new small business - it is going to reflect my recent Swedish/therapeutic massage and waxing qualifications - and interest in helping people ease tension in their bodies to help them deal with the rest of their lives. I am hoping to attract sport-related clients, but also people who want relaxation massage (so a flowery spa type name might not work). The business name needs to appeal to a broad range of people, enable me to expand later to broader aspects such as pilates, holistic healing and possibly life coaching. I have to be really careful not to have a name that gives the wrong impression about the type of massage (e.g. Euphoria). What do you think would work? 'Align', 'Ascend'.....??
posted by IdleRepose on Aug 6, 2009 - 8 answers

What's the story behind those filler pages you see when you look at unused domain names? [more inside]
posted by jeisme on Aug 4, 2009 - 12 answers

What should I name my new project? (hint: it involves hair and significant historical figures). [more inside]
posted by Jezztek on Aug 3, 2009 - 27 answers

I work in a lab with rhesus monkeys. They need names. For reasons of historical precedent and notational convenience, lab animals are usually named alphabetically, from A ("Abe") until you run out of monkeys. For reasons of awesomeness, we're naming our monkeys after spunky cartoon characters. So, please help me come up with the best comic/cartoon/superhero names for each letter of the alphabet. [more inside]
posted by miagaille on Jul 31, 2009 - 53 answers

If you were opening a cafe that primarily served bagels (and their variations), pastries, coffee (and coffee related drinks), and tea, what would you call it? The wittier the better! (Non-witty are also welcome to apply.) [more inside]
posted by firei on Jul 28, 2009 - 59 answers

I want to change my son's middle name. Babydaddy ain't having it. [more inside]
posted by mezzanayne on Jul 13, 2009 - 44 answers

We've recently moved into a house which has a formal dining room and a smaller room for family meals off of the kitchen. What should we call that room? Breakfast room or nook or whatever sounds lame, and we aren't breakfast people. We have impressionable kids, so whatever we choose will be stuck with our family forever, possibly for generations. Help us, AskMe!
posted by blahblahblah on Jul 12, 2009 - 42 answers

I am looking for gender neutral Macedonian given names (romanized). E.g. the equivalents of Terry, Tracy, Kim ...
posted by allelopath on Jun 19, 2009 - 11 answers

Name My Blog! After years of creating things and then casually tossing them aside, I've decided to create a blog to put them all in. Cartoons, short fiction, audio clips, short video, etc. A bit like Lore's Bad Gods. The only problem is, I've got no idea what to call it. [more inside]
posted by The Whelk on Jun 19, 2009 - 26 answers

I am getting married in a month. I'm not keeping my maiden name or taking my husband's name, but choosing something entirely new (although somewhat rooted in tradition). I am absolutely dreading having to explain this to 150 guests at my wedding in 150 conversations with each one. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 13, 2009 - 40 answers

I dislike my signature and would like to completely change it. Would this lead to any problems down the road concerning credit cards/legal documents etc.? Does it even matter? [more inside]
posted by shoebox on Jun 9, 2009 - 25 answers

Why was the name Nicholas suddenly so popular after 1977 in the US? [more inside]
posted by chiababe on Jun 6, 2009 - 8 answers

I have a young nephew and a young niece by proxy. What can they call me? Names, pronunciaton and alliteration inside! [more inside]
posted by youngergirl44 on Jun 4, 2009 - 46 answers

What Is That Song They Always Use...? [more inside]
posted by jfrancis on Jun 3, 2009 - 127 answers

What is the name of this body of water in southeast Ohio? [more inside]
posted by UnclePlayground on Jun 2, 2009 - 6 answers

What is the name for this type of fence? Fairly thin metal posts with lots of tabs punched out onto which a large metal mesh can be placed (not chain link) and fastened. (And where can I get some?) [more inside]
posted by imposster on May 31, 2009 - 11 answers

I love my name but people can't say it. Help me choose a 'stage' name. [more inside]
posted by 913 on May 27, 2009 - 33 answers

I'm Michael, not Mike. How do I make sure people know this? (Extra degree of difficulty: for a few years I was a girl, so I'm sensitive about names in some weird ways.) [more inside]
posted by madcaptenor on May 22, 2009 - 67 answers

Businessnamefilter: How similar is too similar? [more inside]
posted by Ctrl_Alt_ep on May 6, 2009 - 8 answers

I hate my married name. [more inside]
posted by Juicylicious on Apr 27, 2009 - 85 answers

Who sang the cover of the Beatles song 'Do You Want to Know a Secret?' where the lyrics were replaced with Japanese words and company names like sushi, jvc, sony and subaru?
posted by machaus on Apr 19, 2009 - 7 answers

Among East Indians/Hindus, how common is it to name a child after another family member? Trouble finding a name for our soon-to-be born little Babu here... [more inside]
posted by Slarty Bartfast on Apr 16, 2009 - 20 answers

We're trying to come up with a baby boy name we both like. It has been a challenge. I have always loved the name Christian. My husband doesn't like it because of the obvious association, even though we were both raised Christian. He says he likes the way the name sounds, but dislikes the association, even though he believes the association is a positive one. [more inside]
posted by murrey on Apr 15, 2009 - 101 answers

Name my kitten! Relevant info below. [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake on Apr 13, 2009 - 68 answers