A Georgia LLC name must contain LLC, L.L.C., LC, L.C., limited liability company or limited company. Corporations need corporation, incorporated, company, limited or an abbreviation. Both must be distinguishable and 80 characters or fewer.
Official Code of Georgia (O.C.G.A.)Georgia Secretary of StateGeorgia Secretary of State sources reviewed October 30, 2026 (fee schedule effective September 6, 2025). Confirm current fees with the Corporations Division before filing.
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The forks in the road.
Distinguishable
"The", punctuation, plurals, "&" vs. "and" or the entity ending alone do not make a name distinguishable.
Georgia Secretary of StateWhat to have ready
- Search the Corporations Division records
- Add the required ending
- Reserve for 30 days ($35) if needed
- File promptly
Georgia LLC and Corporation Name Rules
Georgia LLC and Corporation Name Rules
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Georgia law and SOS rules behind this.
| Topic | Georgia rule | Where it comes from |
|---|---|---|
| LLC names | O.C.G.A. 14-11-207. No corporate words, no "DBA". | Official Code of Georgia (O.C.G.A.) |
| Distinguishable | "The", punctuation, plurals, "&" vs. "and" or the entity ending alone do not make a name distinguishable. | Georgia Secretary of State |
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What Georgia owners ask us
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