Is Einstein surname trademarked/copyrighted?

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The discussion centers on the rarity of the surname Einstein and whether it has been trademarked or copyrighted. Participants clarify that there are indeed many individuals with the surname Einstein, particularly in the US, Germany, and Austria, despite the perception of its uniqueness. The conversation also touches on the misconception that a surname can be trademarked, emphasizing that surnames cannot be copyrighted or trademarked. Additionally, there is a humorous mention of changing surnames to gain perceived advantages, such as improved golf skills by adopting the name Woods. Overall, the dialogue highlights the commonality of the surname and dispels myths regarding its legal status.
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How come I don't hear of other people with the surname Einstein? Has this surname been trademarked or copyrighted?
 
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Varon said:
How come I don't hear of other people with the surname Einstein? Has this surname been trademarked or copyrighted?

My name is Einstein Jr. Hi
 
Varon said:
How come I don't hear of other people with the surname Einstein? Has this surname been trademarked or copyrighted?

because, there can be only Ein
 
Because you didn't bother to look in the phone book. There are hundreds in the US.
 
Vanadium 50 said:
There are hundreds in the US.

And then there are Germany and Austria. :wink:
 
Oh. I don't own a phonebook.

Is there any study that someone with surname Einstein is on average more clever or has higher IQ than than the average person?
 
Varon said:
Oh. I don't own a phonebook.
White pages online.
Is there any study that someone with surname Einstein is on average more clever or has higher IQ than than the average person?
Um...are you serious?
 
Varon said:
Oh. I don't own a phonebook.

Is there any study that someone with surname Einstein is on average more clever or has higher IQ than than the average person?
lol phonebook? this isn't 90s, u have internet check it online.
There has been only one brilliant Einstein, same goes for Darwin, Newton, da Vinci, etc. I doubt that name is trademarked/copyrighted so u can change ur last name if u want to.
You might become better at golf if u change ur last name to Woods. :)
 
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Varon said:
How come I don't hear of other people with the surname Einstein? Has this surname been trademarked or copyrighted?

I know some "Einsteins," but as far as I know, they're not related to the Einstein.

It's a surname. It can't be trademarked.
 

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