A Quiz on Sports Brand Names Etymologies

What's in a Name?


Updated 01/12/10 4:35 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Did you know that Nike used to be called Blue Ribbon Sports? Having a great brand name and logo can really make or break a company's success —something Blue Ribbon clearly knew when it traded in its name for Nike and replaced the ribbon with the now-iconic swoosh.

Great names aren't usually born overnight though. Take my quiz and test your knowledge of how the biggest brands in sports gear got their names.

Question 1 of 5
Which company is named after the Greek goddess of victory?
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