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Find a name, launch your dream
Want to set up a thriving business? Selecting a name that stands out is the first step. This is your guide to choosing a unique name in Washington that sets your business up for success.
Find a name, launch your dream
Want to set up a thriving business? Selecting a name that stands out is the first step. This is your guide to choosing a unique name in Washington that sets your business up for success.
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Choose a business name that’s unique, easy to remember, and clearly conveys your particular goods or services.
Submit your formation paperwork to the Secretary of State. You can also reserve your business name for 180 days.
Registration only protects your name within state borders. For comprehensive protection, consider a trademark.
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How to Conduct a Mississippi Business Search
A Mississippi business lookup is an important first step in registering your business in the Magnolia State. Here’s everything you need to know.
How to Conduct a Mississippi Business Search
A Mississippi business lookup is an important first step in registering your business in the Magnolia State. Here’s everything you need to know.
Key takeaways
The Secretary of State’s database of registered businesses entities is the primary source to confirm name availability in Mississippi.
LegalZoom’s free business name search offers a preliminary check for whether or not your desired business name is available in Mississippi.
Entity searches with the Secretary of State can also reveal a business’ status. Names of dissolved, revoked, or withdrawn businesses may be available again for registration, but it's best to confirm with the SOS.
Make sure to conduct a comprehensive search of similar business names and key terms before you file formation documents to reduce the risk of rejection.
Get into the details of a Mississippi business name search below, and learn more about registering your business.
Why conduct a Mississippi business search?
Whether you want to form a domestic (in-state) or register a foreign (out-of-state) business entity in Mississippi, you’ll have to apply with the Secretary of State (SOS). This means you’ll need a business name that’s “distinguishable upon the records” of the SOS.
In other words, your business name cannot be the same or too similar to an existing Mississippi entity. The SOS will reject registration applications from businesses that don’t meet this rule. Which could add extra time and fees onto the process. A business entity search helps you avoid this problem and has the added bonus of ensuring your company stands out!
Example: If the name “Treasure Trove Antiques” is already taken in your area, consider a more distinctive name, like “Old Magnolia Treasures.”
Who needs to conduct a Mississippi business name search?
It’s wise for any business to make sure that their name is unique in Mississippi, as this helps avoid confusion in the marketplace. However, the following entities must have a distinguishable name for the state to accept their formation documents:
Limited liability companies (LLCs) and corporations. All domestic and foreign LLCs and corporations need a name that is available in the state and includes corporate designators, such as “Inc.” or “LLC.”
Limited partnerships (LP) and limited liability partnerships (LLP). These entities also need a name that’s distinct and includes designators to file with the SOS.
Nonprofits. To operate in the Magnolia State, nonprofit corporations need to have a distinct business name and avoid language that misrepresents their business purpose.
General partnerships and sole proprietorships do not have to register with the state to operate, but they may want to register a “doing business as” (DBA), or fictitious name, so they can operate under a public-facing name other than their personal names. DBAs must be registered and are subject to the same rules as formal entity names.
Example: If Jane Doe makes and sells bracelets at her local farmer's market, but wants to operate as "Jane's Bracelet Company," she must register a DBA.
Formal entities can also file a DBA to change their public-facing name. Read more about these business types below with our Mississippi business formation guides.
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
The simplest, most flexible way to structure your business to protect personal assets.
Read about LLCs
Corporation
(S corp or C corp)
Corporation
(S corp or C corp)
A more complex structure with the ability to issue shares and go public, or go global.
Explore corporations
Partnership
(LP or LLP)
Partnership
(LP or LLP)
Allows business partners to work together while maintaining some liability protections.
Partnership basics
Doing business as
(DBA)
Doing business as
(DBA)
A way to change your public-facing name without having to make changes to your business entity.
Dig into DBAs
How to conduct a business name search with LegalZoom
LegalZoom’s free Mississippi Business Name Check tool is quick and easy to use. Just type in your desired business name, and our tool will search the Mississippi Secretary of State’s official database to see if it's currently in use. If the name isn’t available, you can type in a different name and repeat the process as many times as you need.
When you form a business with LegalZoom, we perform this search for you as part of the formation package.
How to search business names through the Secretary of State
LegalZoom’s business name search tool scans the state’s database, but you can also search directly through the SOS if you want to learn more about a business, such as their registered agent information or status in Mississippi. Here’s how:
Step 1: Navigate to the Secretary of State website.
Step 2: Use the menu bar to shift to the business services section.
Step 3: Select “Business Search.”
Step 4: Type your desired name into the search bar or customize the settings to look for all or any of the terms in your business name to pull up possible similar sounding names.
Step 5: Click “Search” and view the results. If no results appear, the name is likely available!
Interpreting the Secretary of State search results
Even if your search does generate some matches, you may still have a chance depending on the businesses status in Mississippi. There are a few possible results:
Good standing means that the business has met all Mississippi compliance obligations and is currently active in the state. You can’t use a name that is the same or too similar to a business with “good standing.”
Dissolved businesses are domestic entities that have either voluntarily terminated their existence or the SOS administratively dissolved them due to an unfiled annual report or other compliance failure.
Withdrawn or revoked businesses are foreign entities that have dissolved either voluntarily or administratively.
The names of dissolved, withdrawn, or revoked businesses may be available again for registration. However, it's best to confirm with the SOS.
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Other ways to conduct a business name search
Once you’ve confirmed availability, check for state and federal trademarks to ensure your business name is available across state borders. You’ll also want to make sure the domain name is available so that you can start to build an online presence.
LegalZoom trademark search
Business registration with the Secretary of State only prevents other companies from forming or registering the same name within Mississippi. For broader protection, consider a federal trademark.
LegalZoom offers free and comprehensive trademark search services that check whether or not your desired business name is already registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). You can choose between two main options:
Explore exact matches. With LegalZoom’s Free Trademark Search tool, you can check the USPTO database for names that exactly fit your search terms, as well view the status and class details of each match. You can search as many terms as you want.
Dive deeper into potential conflicts. LegalZoom’s Comprehensive Trademark Search service allows you to scan the USPTO database for all existing or pending trademarks that resemble your search terms, ranked by their potential to conflict with your mark. You can choose between a federal search or a combined federal, state, and common law search based on your needs.
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USPTO trademark search
You can also explore the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s database directly through the trademark search tool on the USPTO website. It’s wise to also search for similar terms, as you may not be able to register a trademark if existing marks are too similar to your desired business name.
Consider conducting a trademark search for all of your brand assets:
Your business name
Taglines
Brand-specific symbols
MIssissippi also offers a state-level trademark search tool that you can use to check if a name is available for trademark in Mississippi.
Mississippi fictitious business name search
A fictitious business name, also called a DBA, is a name for your business that’s not its legal name—or its owner’s name in the case of a sole proprietorship or general partnership. There are several reasons to adopt a fictitious business name, such as to create a brand identity that’s separate from your own or if the name of a foreign entity isn’t available in Mississippi.
Either way, it’s smart to make sure that your business name isn’t too similar to an existing DBA. Luckily, the Mississippi SOS makes it easy. Just conduct a regular business entity search. If a DBA exists under that name, it will appear with the term “DBA” next to the name. You can also learn which business registered this DBA by pulling up its details.
Domain name search & social media search
A website and social media account that matches your business name builds brand continuity and makes it easier to find your business. Here’s how to ensure your online marketing strategy starts off strong:
Explore search engines to find similar names. Search your desired business name in engines like Google or Bing to see if websites already exist under the same, or a similar, domain.
Ensure your business name is available as a domain name. If no matches come up, search major domain registrars, such as GoDaddy or SquareSpace to see if your preferred business name is available through their platform.
Search social media platforms for similar brands. Check Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook for accounts under the same or similar names.
Once you’ve confirmed that the name is available across platforms, reserve the domain and create social media accounts.
What to do after a Mississippi business name lookup
Now, you’re ready to register your business with and make the name official. Here’s what to do:
File formation documents. You can file directly through the SOS or use LegalZoom’s formation service to guide you through the process. The comprehensive formation service also helps you tackle important next steps, like applying for an employer identification number (EIN).
Apply for a DBA. If you want to operate under your business name without the “LLC” or “Inc.” attached, consider registering a DBA. A fictitious name also allows you to create different branches for your company without having to register a whole new entity. LegalZoom can also help you register a DBA.
LegalZoom can help you file your state's formation paperwork and get your business on the right track.
What to do after you’ve registered your business name
Reserve a domain name and social handles
Reserve a domain name and social handles
Your online presence is just as important as your storefront. Here’s how to secure it:
Claim your domain name
Choose a domain that matches your business name as closely as possible.
Check social media availability
Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn are key for connecting with customers.
Think long-term
Even if you don’t plan to use all platforms right away, securing them now ensures you won’t lose them later.
Protect your brand with a trademark
Protect your brand with a trademark
A trademark ensures your business name is legally yours and provides:
Exclusive rights
Prevents competitors from using your name.
Legal protection
Enforces your rights in court if necessary.
Brand credibility
Demonstrates professionalism and trustworthiness.
LegalZoom’s trademark registration service connects you with experienced attorneys who guide you through every step of the process, increasing your likelihood of approval.
How to find information about a Mississippi business
If you’re conducting a business entity search to learn more information about a company, there are a few methods you can use.
Search using an employer identification number (EIN)
You may want to search a company's financial history or credit information before signing on for a potential partnership or investment. In this case, their nine-digit federal tax identification number, or EIN, can aid your search. Certain credit bureaus and third-party services allow you to search a company’s financial or credit history via their EIN.
Search the company’s registered agent
If you need to reach a business for legal purposes, you may want to contact their registered agent. A registered agent is the official point of contact for Mississippi business entities like corporations and LLCs. Here’s how find a business’ registered agent:
Step 1: Navigate to the SOS Business Search tool.
Step 2: Search the business either by its name, Business ID, or an officer’s name.
Step 3: Click “Details” and view the registered agent’s information.
A common reason to contact a business’ registered agent is to serve legal documents or request contact information that isn’t publicly disclosed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mississippi business name search free?
Yes, both LegalZoom and the SOS business name search tools are completely free to use as many times as you need.
How current is the Mississippi Secretary of State's business database?
The Mississippi Secretary of State updates its database whenever there’s a new registration. Because online applications are generally instantaneous, the database is very current. However, some applications can take more time to process, such as if there are mistakes that need to be corrected.
Can I search for a Mississippi business by the owner's name?
Not exactly, but you can search a Mississippi business by an officer’s name. Just navigate to the Mississippi SOS Business Search portal and customize the settings to search by Officer Name.
What happens if my Mississippi business name is rejected?
If your business name is rejected in Mississippi, you will have to reapply with a different, available name. It’s important to note that business filing fees through the Secretary of State are not refundable.
Do I need to search for a DBA name separately in Mississippi?
No, you can search for a DBA through the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Business Search portal. Simply search a name and, if a DBA exists, it’ll appear with the term “DBA” next to the name. You can then use the details button to learn which business registered the DBA.
How long does a Mississippi business name reservation last?
You can reserve a business name in Mississippi for 180 days. However, if your reservation expires before you register your business, you’ll have to wait 60 days before you can reserve the name again.
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