The funniest business names in the UK are listed as you can pick the best one

Research by Simply Business has revealed that a witty or funny business name plays a significant role in helping small businesses succeed – with half of consumers saying they are likely or very likely to shop at a small business with a name of funny or witty company.

Bea Montoya, COO at Simply Business said: “We’ve seen many memorable entries in this year’s Best UK Small Business competition and it’s a credit to the creativity and innovation of SME owners across the country. Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities and this competition epitomizes the wonderful spirit and humor they bring to their businesses every day.

“We are delighted to be able to award a small business owner with the £2,500 cash prize, particularly as all SMEs face an incredibly challenging set of circumstances in the current economic environment. Vote now for your favorite small business name to find out who wins the title of Best Small Business Name in the UK!”

Darren Walsh said: “Puns and puns seem to have a special place in British culture, so it’s heartening to see that kind of humor central to the names of so many small businesses. It was hard work whittling down the thousands of entries to a shortlist of ten, but I’m sure these business names will elicit a few involuntary laughs from the audience.

“Whether you’re partial to ‘Easy Lay Landscaping’ or ‘Barber Streisand’, it’s up to you to crown Britain’s Best Small Business Name in 2024.”