The name “Apple” for the company was chosen by its co-founders, Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne, in the mid-1970s. There are different stories behind the name, but the most popular one is that Steve Jobs was on a fruitarian diet at the time, and he liked the name “Apple” because it sounded “fun, spirited, and not intimidating.” He also thought it was a simple and memorable name that could help the company stand out in the crowded computer market.
Another story suggests that the name was inspired by the Beatles’ record label, Apple Corps. Jobs was a big fan of the band and their music, and he wanted to pay homage to them by naming his company after their label. However, this led to a legal dispute between Apple Inc. and Apple Corps, which was eventually settled in 2007.
Regardless of the true story behind the name, “Apple” has become one of the most recognizable and iconic brands in the world, synonymous with innovation, quality, and style.