Free company name checker

Free Company Name Check Ireland

Check your proposed Irish company name before starting your company formation. This free tool highlights common naming risks, weak distinction words, restricted terms, potentially inappropriate wording, and formatting issues.

This is a preliminary guidance tool only. It does not check live CRO availability and does not guarantee Companies Registration Office approval.

Enter a proposed company name to receive preliminary guidance.

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Not sure which name is best? Send us your preferred company names and our team can review them before you begin your formation.

Abbey Blue can provide guidance on name suitability, but final approval rests with the Companies Registration Office.

Preliminary guidance

What this checker looks for

Irish company name availability depends on more than spelling. Company name restrictions in Ireland can involve suffixes, sensitive words, distinctiveness, and suitability for public business use. This free company name checker helps you spot common issues before you begin your formation.

Company suffix

Checks whether your proposed name includes a recognised Irish company ending such as Limited, LTD, DAC, CLG, or PLC.

Restricted or sensitive terms

Highlights terms that may require additional review, permission, or professional guidance before registration.

Weak distinction words

Flags common words such as Group, Services, Solutions, or Ireland that may not make a name distinctive enough on their own.

Potentially inappropriate language

Names containing offensive, abusive, or unsuitable wording may not be appropriate for professional registration or public-facing business use.

Generic names

Identifies names that are too broad or generic to be useful for a professional company registration.

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