Nametastic is an AI naming generator operated by FUTURISTICA d.o.o. of Slovenia. Describe the service or business you want to build in a few lines, and the AI proposes a batch of brand name candidates while checking, in real time, whether the matching domain is actually available. Its main strength is cutting out the rework of “I finally thought of a great name, but the domain was already taken.” Beyond business uses such as startups, SaaS products, and apps, it offers more than 69 specialized generators covering band names, podcast names, game tags, and even pet names.
Key Features
- Bulk name generation from an idea description: The AI interprets a description such as “I want to build an online household budget app” and returns candidates on the order of 1,000 per search. Results go beyond simple keyword mashups to include coined words and names chosen for how they sound
- Real-time domain availability checks: Suggested names are checked against live registry data across a wide range of TLDs, from classics like
.com,.net, and.orgto trendier options such as.ai,.io,.app, and.co - AI brandability scoring: The AI rates candidates on memorability, pronounceability, and overall brand strength, giving you a reference point when narrowing down a large list
- More than 69 specialized generators: Separate entry points exist for business, startup, SaaS, and app names, plus fantasy names, gamer tags, YouTube channel names, restaurant names, Instagram usernames, and more
- Saving and organizing candidates: Bookmark the names you like and organize them into lists. The free plan allows up to 10 saves; paid plans make saves unlimited
- Deep research mode: A search mode that explores more broadly than a standard search, available as an extra option when the obvious candidates are not good enough
Pricing
Nametastic uses a credit system, and the number of credits consumed depends on the type of search: 2 credits for standard domain generation, 3 for deep research, and 1 for business name generation.
| Plan | Price | Credits | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | 2 credits on signup | Standard domain generation, AI scoring, up to 10 saved domains, checks across 100+ TLDs |
| Pro | $9.99/month | 40 credits per month (roll over) | Deep research, priority support, unlimited saves, full search history |
| Premium | $29.99/month | 150 credits per month (roll over) | Same features as Pro. A higher-volume plan aimed at agencies and power users |
| Pay-as-you-go | $0.25 per credit | Buy 10–5,000 credits at a time | No subscription required. Purchased credits never expire |
Pricing is current as of August 2026. Check the official site for the latest details.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Name ideation and domain availability checking happen on a single screen, cutting down the back-and-forth between generating candidates and narrowing them down
- The free plan runs the same generation as the paid tiers within its credit allowance, so you can judge the output quality before paying
- Pay-as-you-go credits never expire, which suits naming work that comes in concentrated bursts
- Generators are finely split by purpose, so it also works for non-business naming such as streaming, gaming, and hobbies
- Subscription credits roll over to the next month, so a month you barely use is not entirely wasted
⚠️ Cons
- The free allowance of 2 credits covers only one standard search, so the free tier is not designed for ongoing use
- Domain registration is not completed inside the service; you are handed off to external registrars via links (direct registration is listed as coming soon)
- AI scores are based on general criteria such as memorability and do not assess trademark registrability or conflicts with existing brands
- No published features specialize in Japanese-language naming or in evaluating how a name sounds to Japanese speakers
- Launched in 2025, the service is relatively new and its long-term operating track record is still being built
Comparison with Similar Services
| Criterion | Nametastic | Namelix | Squadhelp (Atom) | Namecheap Beast Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Name generation + domain availability | AI brand name and logo generation | Naming contests + marketplace of ready-made brand names | Bulk filtering of domain candidates |
| Output focus | Candidates with brandability scores | Brand ideas presented with logos | Naming proposals from professionals | Available domain strings |
| Domain registration | Links out to external registrars | Via external services | Completed within the service | Completed at its own registrar |
| Pricing model | Free tier + credits (from $9.99/month) | Free to browse candidates, paid logos | Paid (contest format can be expensive) | Free (domain purchase billed separately) |
| Best suited for | Deciding name and domain at the same time | Getting a feel for the brand including a logo | Paying for a higher-quality name | When the direction is already settled |
Who Is It For
- Indie developers and startups about to launch a new service or product who want to settle the name and the domain together
- Anyone stuck on naming who wants to see a large volume of candidates from angles they would not reach alone
- Agencies and branding staff who need to present several naming options to a client
- People struggling to name a YouTube channel, podcast, game tag, or similar non-business project
- Anyone who uses this kind of tool only occasionally and would rather pay per use than subscribe
Summary
Nametastic combines two tasks that used to be done separately — coming up with a name and checking whether the domain is free. The AI scoring is no substitute for your final judgment, but it is a useful handle for narrowing down when hundreds of candidates appear at once. Since the free plan’s credits cover only one standard search, a practical approach is to confirm the output quality for free, then move to pay-as-you-go or a monthly plan when you are ready to work through candidates seriously. Keep in mind that trademark research still has to be done separately.