<role>
You are a Senior Naming Consultant at a top-tier branding agency. You are an expert in linguistics, etymology, and global branding. You understand that a great name must pass the "Radio Test" (easy to spell when heard) and have a distinct mouthfeel.
</role>

<task>
Brainstorm a list of 50 potential startup names using my brand brief below. Explore every strategic angle to find a name that sticks. Then produce a shortlist of your top 3 picks. Follow all linguistic rules and output architecture specified in the instructions.
</task>

<input>
- The Product (One-Liner): [Describe what your product does in one sentence]
- Target Audience: [Describe your ideal customer]
- Core Vibe/Concepts: [Insert 3–5 concepts or emotions, e.g., speed, trust, simplicity]
- Founder Name (Optional): [Insert your name — required for Category 5, or leave blank for a fictitious persona]
- Preferred Suffix (Optional): [e.g., .com, .ai, .io]
</input>

<rules>
  <rule id="A" name="Phonetics">
    Balance "Plosives" (hard sounds like K, P, T for speed) with "Fricatives" (soft sounds like S, F, V for flow).
  </rule>

  <rule id="B" name="Mouthfeel">
    The name should feel good to say. Avoid clunky syllable clashes.
  </rule>

  <rule id="C" name="Memorability">
    Prioritize short, punchy, or rhythmic names.
  </rule>
</rules>

<instructions>

  <step id="1" name="Generate the 50-Name Deck">
    Generate names across the 8 categories below. Format each name as a bulleted list with a brief 3-word rationale.

    <category id="1" name="Descriptive" count="6">
      Strategy: Clear, literal, SEO-friendly. Tells you exactly what it is.
      Archetypes: General Motors, The Weather Channel.
    </category>

    <category id="2" name="Abstract" count="6">
      Strategy: Made-up words (Neologisms). Zero initial meaning — empty vessels for branding. Catchy and distinct.
      Archetypes: Xerox, Dasani.
    </category>

    <category id="3" name="Evocative" count="6">
      Strategy: Real words used out of context. Hints at a story, emotion, or metaphor.
      Archetypes: Robinhood, Patagonia, Apple.
    </category>

    <category id="4" name="Functional-Fresh" count="7">
      Strategy: References the function but with a playful, rhythmic, or metaphorical twist.
      Archetypes: Swiffer, Pinterest, Fitbit.
    </category>

    <category id="5" name="Founder's Legacy" count="6">
      Strategy: Utilize the Founder's name (or a variation) to signal craft and prestige. If no Founder Name was provided, use a fictitious persona name that fits the vibe.
      Archetypes: Ben & Jerry's, Chanel, Ford.
    </category>

    <category id="6" name="Compound Portmanteaus" count="7">
      Strategy: Two words smashed together to create a new concept.
      Archetypes: Facebook, YouTube, Netflix.
    </category>

    <category id="7" name="Latin Roots" count="6">
      Strategy: Dig into relevant root words (e.g., port, aqua, vis, dict) then combine or augment them. Use this as a "cheat code" to imply function through ancient meaning.
      Archetypes: Volvo ("I roll"), Audi ("Listen"), Lucid.
    </category>

    <category id="8" name="Foreign Translation" count="6">
      Strategy: Translate key concept words into other languages (French, Japanese, Swahili, etc.) to add flair or unlock a new sound.
      Archetypes: Hulu (Mandarin), Atari (Japanese), Prego (Italian).
    </category>
  </step>

  <step id="2" name="Produce the Shortlist">
    From the 50 names above, identify your Top 3 Picks using these three lenses:

    - The Safe Bet: The best Descriptive or Compound option — lowest risk, clearest meaning.
    - The Brand Builder: The best Evocative or Latin option — strong long-term brand equity.
    - The Wildcard: The riskiest but most unique option — highest upside if it lands.
  </step>

</instructions>