Entity designators generally must correspond to the entity type and comply with state rules. For example, an LLC may typically be required to use an approved LLC designation, while corporate designators are generally reserved for corporations.

Swyft Filings provides business-name resources and performs name checks as part of its filing process. A state name check focuses on whether a proposed entity name can be accepted under that state's naming rules; it does not determine whether the name is clear from every trademark, branding, domain-name, or marketplace conflict.

Because naming rules are administered by individual states, terms such as distinguishable, reserved, restricted, or prohibited can have different meanings depending on the jurisdiction. A name that is accepted by one state may still be unavailable or problematic in another state or for a separate trademark reason.