MERRIAM-WEBSTER holds 1 USPTO trademark filings across 0 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 16 (Paper & Printed Goods) with 1 filings. The WikiTrademarks Expansion Score is 4/100, low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding.
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Recent Filings
| Serial No. | Mark | Filing Date | Status | Classes | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98301183 | MERRIAM-WEBSTER | Dec 06, 2023 | Pending | 016 Paper & Printed Goods 021 Housewares 025 Clothing & Footwear | Merriam-Webster, Incorporated |
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FAQ: MERRIAM-WEBSTER trademark portfolio
What trademarks does MERRIAM-WEBSTER hold?
MERRIAM-WEBSTER holds 1 USPTO trademark filings across 0 NICE classes. The largest concentration is in Class 16 (Paper & Printed Goods), Class 21 (Housewares), Class 25 (Clothing & Footwear). The most recent filings are registered to Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.
How many trademarks does MERRIAM-WEBSTER have at the USPTO?
WikiTrademarks tracks 1 USPTO trademark filings attributed to MERRIAM-WEBSTER. The brand has been actively filing since December 2023. The count updates daily as new filings are indexed from the USPTO bulk data feed.
In which NICE classes does MERRIAM-WEBSTER file most often?
MERRIAM-WEBSTER's most active class is NICE Class 16 (Paper & Printed Goods), with 1 filings. The full distribution across all 0 classes is shown in the Nice Class Distribution panel on this page.
Who owns the MERRIAM-WEBSTER trademark?
The most recent filings under the MERRIAM-WEBSTER mark are registered to Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Trademark ownership can shift through assignments — see the Ownership & Assignment History section on this page for the full chain of title.
Is MERRIAM-WEBSTER expanding into new categories?
The current WikiTrademarks Expansion Score for MERRIAM-WEBSTER is 4 out of 100, which is low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding. The score combines NICE class breadth, filing velocity, and the rate of cross-class movement from the brand's filing history.
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