I want to start my blog which will mainly be about hacking,programming,computer software, consumer gadgets, and web applications.I'm in a big struggle to decide its name(the same name with which I'll buy my .com domain). 1.Should I get <my_name>.com - brands my name but visitors might hesitate contributing. 2.an anagram of my name - I already have found an interesting one but the problem is that it's not much related to my bog topic. 3.a snappy,short name related to my blog(which should be available as well as a .com domain ) - I really need your help & creative ideas here.Pls suggest some... Thnx a lot!!!
you definitely have to go with option 3. it has to relate to your blog so when visitors arrive they kind of know what to expect else they are more likely to leave straight away.
You may try to combine the first and the third option, if both domains are different. It is ok to have your own name named at your blog. It shows your personality. With your own name as domain name, people can remember you earsier. Try aviod short name that hard to remember such as acroynm. People hard to find your blog.
You really need a short name related to my blog, one that customers can easily remember and relevant to your niche.
Thnx all for ur suggestions.I suppose I should go with option 3. Now another thing : 'tech' or 'digital' which keyword would better suit this blog or in general?Plz reply. Thnx !!!