This coffee giant is named after a character in Moby-Dick

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Nov 5, 2026

Culture·6 min read

This coffee giant is named after a character in Moby-Dick Discover   Some brand names are so familiar that we rarely stop to wonder where they came from. We see them on supermarket shelves, hear them in commercials, and use them in everyday conversations. But behind names like Coca-Cola, Nike, and Walmart are stories involving clever wordplay, ancient mythology, family history, and a few happy accidents. Here’s how 12 household names got their start, and why their names have lasted for generations. Read full article

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