Why are so many businesses named ACME?
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, “Acme,” from a Greek word for “peak, zenith or prime,” became a popular word in business titles. The cartoon association with bad products was intentionally ironic. For real businesses, Acme conferred certain advantages when used at the beginning of a name.Apr 9, 2018
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, “Acme,” from a Greek word for “peak, zenith or prime,” became a popular word in business titles. The cartoon association with bad products was intentionally ironic. For real businesses, Acme conferred certain advantages when used at the beginning of a name.Apr 9, 2018
