domain-name-brainstormer

Name: domain-name-brainstormer
Author: Softaworks

domain namesbrandingnamingweb developmentstartup toolsTLDsonline presencecreative ideas

⭐ 2.0k📄 MIT🕒 2026-03-05Source ↗

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npx skills add softaworks/agent-toolkit

Works across Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, Copilot & Antigravity

The Domain Name Brainstormer transforms high-level project descriptions into actionable branding assets. By processing core mission statements, target demographics, and preferred naming styles, the agent generates creative lists of available web addresses. It goes beyond simple random generation by evaluating the linguistic quality of suggestions, vetting them against various top-level domains like .ai, .dev, and .io, and cross-referencing availability. This agent is built to assist entrepreneurs, developers, and creators who need to balance brand identity with real-world registration viability. It bridges the gap between creative ideation and technical verification, providing quick, data-backed naming options that help users secure their digital storefront without spending hours manually refreshing registrar search bars.

When to Use This Skill

•Naming a new tech startup or SaaS application
•Developing a personal portfolio or professional brand site
•Finding alternative domains when your primary choice is registered
•Brainstorming names that align with specific industry extensions like .eco or .design

How to Invoke This Skill

Example prompts that trigger this skill in Claude Code, Cursor, or Antigravity:

“Brainstorm some domain names for a coffee subscription startup
“I need five short .ai domain ideas for my machine learning tool
“Check if these variations of my brand name are available
“Suggest domain names for a design agency using the word pixel
“What are some creative .io names for a developer productivity app

Pro Tips

💡Provide a detailed description of your project's core purpose and target audience for more highly relevant and tailored suggestions.
💡Experiment with different keywords, desired tones (e.g., 'playful', 'professional', 'modern'), and naming conventions (e.g., 'short & catchy', 'descriptive') in your prompts.
💡Ask the skill to focus on specific TLDs like '.com' or '.io' if you have a strong preference, or explore less common options like '.xyz' for unique availability.

What this skill does

•Generates brandable domain suggestions based on project keywords
•Verifies real-time domain availability across multiple TLDs
•Categorizes names by TLD relevance such as .dev, .ai, or .com
•Analyzes naming patterns and provides rationale for brandability
•Checks availability for specific variations and prefixes

When not to use it

✕Performing exhaustive global trademark legal searches
✕Securing or purchasing premium domains from current owners

Example workflow

Input your project description and core target audience to the agent
Request a list of ten creative name options across specific TLDs
Review the agent's feedback on memory, brevity, and brand fit
Select the top three candidates and confirm real-time availability
Proceed to a domain registrar to secure the chosen URL

Prerequisites

–A clear description of the project or brand
–A list of preferred keywords or industry identifiers

Pitfalls & limitations

!Availability data may occasionally lag behind real-time registrar updates
!Cannot guarantee total protection against trademark infringement
!Does not automate the actual purchase process at a registrar

FAQ

Can the agent register the domain for me?

No, the agent performs research and checks availability, but you must complete the registration through a domain registrar.

Does it check if my social media handles are available?

Yes, you can request that the agent verify social media handle consistency alongside your domain choices.

How does it handle taken domains?

It identifies if a domain is registered and can suggest creative modifications or alternative TLDs to help you find a suitable match.

How it compares

While a generic prompt might return a random list of names, this agent combines linguistic branding analysis with real-time TLD availability, saving you from falling in love with names that are already taken.

Source & trust

⭐ 2.0k stars📄 MIT🕒 Updated 2026-03-05

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📄 Full skill instructions — original source: softaworks/agent-toolkit

# Domain Name Brainstormer

This skill helps you find the perfect domain name for your project by generating creative options and checking what's actually available to register.

## When to Use This Skill

- Starting a new project or company
- Launching a product or service
- Creating a personal brand or portfolio site
- Rebranding an existing project
- Registering a domain for a side project
- Finding available alternatives when your first choice is taken

## What This Skill Does

1. **Understands Your Project**: Analyzes what you're building and who it's for
2. **Generates Creative Names**: Creates relevant, memorable domain options
3. **Checks Availability**: Verifies which domains are actually available across multiple TLDs
4. **Multiple Extensions**: Suggests .com, .io, .dev, .ai, .app, and more
5. **Provides Alternatives**: Offers variations if top choices are taken
6. **Branding Insights**: Explains why certain names work well

## How to Use

### Basic Brainstorming

I'm building a project management tool for remote teams. 
Suggest domain names.

Help me brainstorm domain names for a personal finance app

### Specific Preferences

I need a domain name for my AI writing assistant. 
Prefer short names with .ai or .io extension.

### With Keywords

Suggest domain names using the words "pixel" or "studio" 
for my design agency

## Example

**User**: "I'm building a tool for developers to share code snippets. Suggest creative domain names."

**Output**:

Analyzing your project...
Target audience: Developers
Key features: Code sharing, snippets, collaboration

🎯 Domain Name Suggestions

## Available (.com)
1. ✓ snippetbox.com - Clear, memorable, available!
   Why: Directly describes the product, easy to remember

2. ✓ codeclip.com - Short and snappy
   Why: Implies quick code sharing, only 8 characters

3. ✓ devpaste.com - Developer-focused
   Why: Familiar to devs (like pastebin), clear purpose

## Available (Alternative TLDs)
4. ✓ snippet.dev - Perfect extension for developers
   Why: .dev extension signals developer tool

5. ✓ codebox.io - Tech-forward
   Why: .io popular with tech startups, clean name

6. ✓ sharecode.app - Descriptive
   Why: .app extension, clearly states the action

## Premium/Taken (.com)
- codeshare.com (Taken, est. $2,500)
- snippets.com (Taken, premium domain)

## Recommendations

🏆 Top Pick: snippet.dev
- Perfect for developer audience
- Short and memorable  
- .dev extension adds credibility
- Available now!

🥈 Runner-up: snippetbox.com
- .com is universally recognized
- Slightly longer but descriptive
- Great brandability

Next steps:
1. Register your favorite before someone else does!
2. Want me to check more variations?
3. Need help with logo ideas for these names?

**Inspired by:** Ben Aiad's use case from Lenny's Newsletter

## Domain Naming Tips

### What Makes a Good Domain

✓ **Short**: Under 15 characters ideal
✓ **Memorable**: Easy to recall and spell
✓ **Pronounceable**: Can be said in conversation
✓ **Descriptive**: Hints at what you do
✓ **Brandable**: Unique enough to stand out
✓ **No hyphens**: Easier to share verbally

### TLD Guide

- **.com**: Universal, trusted, great for businesses
- **.io**: Tech startups, developer tools
- **.dev**: Developer-focused products
- **.ai**: AI/ML products
- **.app**: Mobile or web applications
- **.co**: Alternative to .com
- **.xyz**: Modern, creative projects
- **.design**: Creative/design agencies
- **.tech**: Technology companies

## Advanced Features

### Check Similar Variations

Check availability for "codebase" and similar variations 
across .com, .io, .dev

### Industry-Specific

Suggest domain names for a sustainable fashion brand, 
checking .eco and .fashion TLDs

### Multilingual Options

Brainstorm domain names in English and Spanish for 
a language learning app

### Competitor Analysis

Show me domain patterns used by successful project 
management tools, then suggest similar available ones

## Example Workflows

### Startup Launch
1. Describe your startup idea
2. Get 10-15 domain suggestions across TLDs
3. Review availability and pricing
4. Pick top 3 favorites
5. Register immediately

### Personal Brand
1. Share your name and profession
2. Get variations (firstname.com, firstnamelastname.dev, etc.)
3. Check social media handle availability too
4. Register consistent brand across platforms

### Product Naming
1. Describe product and target market
2. Get creative, brandable names
3. Check trademark conflicts
4. Verify domain and social availability
5. Test names with target audience

## Tips for Success

1. **Act Fast**: Good domains get taken quickly
2. **Register Variations**: Get .com and .io to protect brand
3. **Avoid Numbers**: Hard to communicate verbally
4. **Check Social Media**: Make sure @username is available too
5. **Say It Out Loud**: Test if it's easy to pronounce
6. **Check Trademarks**: Ensure no legal conflicts
7. **Think Long-term**: Will it still make sense in 5 years?

## Pricing Context

When suggesting domains, I'll note:
- Standard domains: ~$10-15/year
- Premium TLDs (.io, .ai): ~$30-50/year
- Taken domains: Market price if listed
- Premium domains: $hundreds to $thousands

## Related Tools

After picking a domain:
- Check logo design options
- Verify social media handles
- Research trademark availability
- Plan brand identity colors/fonts

By Softaworks

How to Use This Skill Unit

Option A: Project-Specific (Recommended)

Click "Download" above
In your project, create the directory: .agent/skills/domain-name-brainstormer/
Save the file as SKILL.md
The agent will automatically discover the skill based on its description.

Option B: Global Installation (All Agents)

Save the file to these locations to make it available across all projects:

Claude Code: ~/.claude/skills/softaworks/agent-toolkit/domain-name-brainstormer/SKILL.md
Cursor: ~/.cursor/skills/softaworks/agent-toolkit/domain-name-brainstormer/SKILL.md
Antigravity: ~/.gemini/antigravity/skills/softaworks/agent-toolkit/domain-name-brainstormer/SKILL.md