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Here's what 24 of the most popular brand names really mean

Mary Hanbury,Emily CohnAug 21, 2024, 23:53 IST

Facebook / Häagen-DazsYou're wearing your favorite Nike sneakers and Lululemon pants when you head to the mall to do some shopping at the Gap. On your way there you grab a latte at Starbucks.

After a few good hours of shopping, you head to Panera to meet a friend for lunch. You Venmo her for the meal and then you both decide dessert is in the cards: Next stop, Häagen-Dazs.

All these brands are staples in our lives. But do you have any idea what their names actually mean? We're here to help.