When you decide to start a YouTube channel, few things will help you be more successful than your username. It is the name that all YouTube users will see when your videos appear in searches, and what will allow them to remember your channel. Even if you're creating an account just to comment on other people's videos, your name will say a lot about you, and it will change how people react to what you have to say. Read this guide to learn how to create the perfect YouTube nickname.
Steps
Step 1. Don't rush
Your name will represent you in the YouTube community, so you shouldn't decide on impulse. Spend time on each option and let it settle for a while. You may be surprised and come up with something brilliant out of thin air.
Step 2. Write a list of your unique features
A list of hobbies and interests can help you come up with ideas for a username. You could include an interest such as words or a combination of words. People are drawn to the person behind the channel, not the channel itself, so your name should say something about you.
If you're creating a name just for commenting, it should still reflect your personality. You are joining a community and you will gain credibility if you comment often
Step 3. Choose a name related to your content
If you are creating a channel, it may be helpful to choose a relevant name. This way people will immediately understand what you are talking about. For example, if you want to create a cooking channel, you can use a culinary term as the channel name. If you're building a video game channel, focus on game-related terms or use the username you use to play the game.
Different content requires names with different styles. Videos showing how to do something should have a name that resembles a television series, while game channels can use the username the creator uses to play. This is because people who watch game videos observe a person's skill in the game, while those who see guides look for reliable and precise instructions
Step 4. Evaluate your audience
Your name should suit your audience's preferences. An immature name for a channel dealing with mature topics won't appeal to many people. This is especially important if you want to make money from YouTube. You'll need a professional sounding name if you want users to take you seriously.
Step 5. Choose a name that is easy to remember
Your name should be short and beautiful, with as few words as possible. You can use a dictionary to find words you may have overlooked. Use a few puns to make your name stand out and make it easier to remember.
- Rhymes - a rhyming username will be easier to remember and will catch the eye of users.
- Alliteration - Using multiple words starting with the same letter can make your username easy to remember. When you use multiple words in a name, start each word with a capital letter. This will make it easier to read and your name will be more eye-catching.
- Word games - if your name contains a word game, it will be easier to remember.
Step 6. Let people know that you are a channel
You can include words in your username to show that you are a channel. Suffixes like -TV, -vision and -cast will let users know that you have a channel with original content. Since all YouTube users have a channel, even if they don't upload anything, this will let everyone know right away that you are producing content.
Step 7. Avoid adding symbols to a name already in use
Simply adding numbers or "xX" or something similar to an already taken name will not allow you to create a unique brand and will make your name less easy to remember. Instead, try to create something unique, even if it's not the first choice.
Step 8. Read the name aloud
When you think you've created a great name, try reading it aloud. Does it glide well on the tongue and does it sound nice? If not, it won't be easy to remember. The sound of your name in users' minds will affect their engagement and reactions.
Step 9. Remember that your YouTube name is the same as your Google Account name
Recently, Google moved the YouTube account system to Google+. This means that all YouTube accounts are now Google+ accounts. If you change the YouTube name, you will change the name of all Google services, such as Gmail and Google+. If you want to keep your real name as your Google account name, you'll need to create a new YouTube-specific Google account.
