Research Date: January 17-18, 2026
Objective: Find available, memorable names for an AI-powered recipe app
We researched two categories of names:
- Whimsical/Distinctive Names (Paprika-style) - RECOMMENDED
- Descriptive Compound Names (original research)
Top Recommendation: Parslia or Stewdio - Both have perfect domain availability (0 TLDs taken, including .com) and no app store conflicts.
These names follow the "Paprika" model: arbitrary, distinctive, cooking-evocative without being generic compound words.
- Unique in search results: Searching "Parslia" will only show your app
- Easier to trademark: Made-up words have stronger trademark protection
- Perfect domain availability: 4 names have .com available (rare!)
- No competition: Won't be confused with existing apps/services
| Rank | Name | TLDs Taken | Best Available Domains | Evokes | App Conflicts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parslia | 0 | .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co (ALL) | "Parsley" - cooking herb | None |
| 2 | Stewdio | 0 | .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co (ALL) | "Stew" + "Studio" | None |
| 3 | Garnisha | 0 | .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co (ALL) | "Garnish" - plating term | None |
| 4 | Braisely | 0 | .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co (ALL) | "Braise" - cooking technique | None |
| 5 | Spatuly | 1 | .app, .io, .ai, .co | "Spatula" - kitchen tool | None |
| 6 | Kettla | 3 | .app, .io, .ai, .co | "Kettle" - kitchen item | None |
| 7 | Savorra | 6 | .app, .io, .ai, .co | "Savor" - taste/enjoy | None |
| 8 | Zestara | 7 | .app, .io, .ai, .co | "Zest" - citrus/flavor term | None |
| 9 | Umamia | 8 | .app, .io, .ai, .co | "Umami" - fifth taste | None |
| 10 | Sizzla | 12 | .app, .io, .ai | "Sizzle" - cooking sound | None* |
*Note: "Sizzla" is also a reggae artist name - potential trademark consideration
- All domains available: .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co, .net, .org
- Evokes: "Parsley" - a cooking herb
- Pronunciation: PAR-slee-ah (pleasant, memorable)
- App Store: No conflicts (ParsleyApp exists but is different product)
- Verdict: PERFECT - Top recommendation
- All domains available: .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co, .net, .org
- Evokes: "Stew" + "Studio" - cooking meets creative space
- Pronunciation: STEW-dee-oh (clever wordplay)
- App Store: No conflicts
- Verdict: PERFECT - Highly creative, perfect for recipe creation app
- All domains available: .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co, .net, .org
- Evokes: "Garnish" - plating/presentation term
- App Store: No conflicts (Garnish/Garnysh exist but different products)
- Verdict: PERFECT
- All domains available: .com, .app, .io, .ai, .co, .net, .org
- Evokes: "Braise" - slow cooking technique
- App Store: No conflicts (Braise app exists on iOS but different name)
- Verdict: PERFECT
| Name | TLDs Taken | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Saffron | 269 | Too common - extreme domain saturation |
| Zestful | 54 | Key TLDs all taken |
| Culina | 89 | Key TLDs all taken |
| Larder | 58 | Key TLDs (.app, .io, .ai) taken |
| Morsel | 84 | Key TLDs all taken |
| Tastory | 24 | Key TLDs (.app, .io, .ai, .co) taken |
| Forkful | 19 | Key TLDs (.app, .io, .ai, .co) taken |
| Piquant | 62 | Key TLDs mostly taken or premium |
| Simra | 41 | Key TLDs (.io, .co) taken, .app premium |
These are more traditional compound names. Less recommended due to:
- Harder to rank in search results
- More difficult to trademark
- Higher likelihood of confusion with existing products
| Rank | Name | Best Available Domains | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TasteForge | .app, .io, .net, .org, .co | Only 3 TLDs taken; .com is $5,495 premium |
| 2 | ChefMuse | .app, .io, .ai, .net, .org, .co | Only 3 TLDs taken; .com needs broker |
| 3 | FlavorMind | .app, .io, .net, .org, .co | Only 2 TLDs taken; .com $9,999, .ai taken |
| 4 | RecipeWise | .app, .io, .ai | Strong candidate; no app conflicts |
| 5 | MealSmith | .app, .io, .ai, .net, .org | 5 TLDs taken; .com needs broker |
| 6 | DishCraft | .ai, .io | Partial availability; many TLDs taken |
| 7 | CookGenius | .ai, .io | Good for AI branding; .app taken |
| 8 | RecipeNest | .ai, .io, .org, .co | 7 TLDs taken; .com $600; .app taken |
| 9 | CuisineCraft | .ai, .io, .org, .co | 14 TLDs taken; .com $16,699 premium |
| 10 | Cookora | .io, .net, .org | 15 TLDs taken; creative made-up name |
| Name | Reason |
|---|---|
| Simmr | Existing recipe app on iOS |
| Whisk | Multiple recipe apps already exist |
| PantryPal | 31 domains taken; high competition |
| PlateWise | 17 TLDs taken; all key TLDs unavailable |
For a new app project, register in this priority order:
- Primary: .com domain (perfect for brand identity when available)
- Secondary: .app domain (ideal for mobile apps, signals app nature)
- Tertiary: .io domain (tech credibility, startup vibe)
- Optional: .ai domain (if emphasizing AI features)
Parslia
- All key domains available including .com
- Pleasant, memorable sound
- Evokes cooking (parsley) without being generic
- Will dominate search results
Stewdio
- All key domains available including .com
- Clever wordplay (stew + studio)
- Perfect for a recipe "creation" app
- Unique and brandable
- ✅ Choose between Parslia and Stewdio (or another from the list)
- ⬜ Verify final domain pricing on preferred registrar (Namecheap, Google Domains, etc.)
- ⬜ Register domains IMMEDIATELY before public announcement
- ⬜ Conduct formal trademark search
- ⬜ Secure social media handles (@parslia, @stewdio, etc.)
- Name Brainstorming: Generated 40+ potential names
- Domain Verification: Used InstantDomainSearch.com to check TLD availability
- iOS App Store Check: Searched Apple App Store for conflicts
- Google Play Check: Searched Google Play Store for conflicts
- Ranking: Prioritized by domain availability, uniqueness, and brandability
Research completed: January 17-18, 2026