Can you name a band after a fictional character?

Yes, you can adopt a fictional character’s name as your stage name, unless it is also used for the same or similar purpose by other performers.

Can you use a movie name as a band name?

Yes it is. You will only have to check registered trademarks, but other than that, it’s free game. Lots of bands take their name from other bands’ song titles, album names, lyrics, and other such things.

Can names of bands be copyrighted?

A name (brand name, band name) cannot be protected by copyright. Copyright is only one form of intellectual property (IP).

Is it illegal to have the same name as another band?

If a band is well-managed, they will have their name trademark (not copyright) protected. If a name is trademarked, another band using it would be opening themselves up to a civil suit.

Can you name a band after a song?

Bands named after their own songs Black Sabbath took their name after writing the song of the same name, which in turn was named after the 1963 film of the same name. Blue Murder, after a song on their first album.

Can I name my book after a band?

Yes, you can. Unlike series titles, titles of a single work, whether a book, periodical, song, movie, or television program, normally, will not be protectedunder either trademark or unfair competition law. This is one of the quirks of trademark law.

Can you name your band after a song?

Yes it is. You will only have to check registered trademarks, but other than that, it’s free game. Lots of bands take their name from other bands’ song titles, album names, lyrics, and other such things. If you’ve ever seen a tribute band, you’ll know exactly how it goes.

Can you name a band after a person?

In some cases, it was an honor; in others, more of a dig. There are also bands named for folks you’ll find in history books (including an 18th-century agricultural innovator), and others named after famous (or at least notable) people from modern times.

Can I use a band name that already taken?

If you try to register a trademark that’s already taken, not only do you not get the trademark, but the filing fees will not be refunded. If someone is using your ideal band name and they haven’t trademarked it, you can still get the trademark for that name to use it for your band.

Can I name my band after a brand?

Bands are typically incorporated businesses, so they’d be subject to the same types of trademark rules as anyone else. That said, they can license trademarks from the owners, or take their chances using them without permission.

Can I name my band after another band?

So, yes, similar band names happen, and they can cause sticky trademark issues. Therefore, it is helpful to be equipped with proper trademark registration to ensure your trademark ownership. You should talk to a lawyer to see how trademark law applies to your unique situation and what solutions will work best for you.

Can I name my band after an album?

Titles of songs and albums receive limited benefits under trademark law. A band generally cannot register trademark rights in the title of an album or song to prevent other artists from using it. A title of a song or album may be protectable, if it is used in connection with merchandise, such as clothing.