RI Code of Polices

3.010.  Club Name

The name of a Rotary club is to identify the club with its locality the community or area of interest of its members and to distinguish it from all other Rotary clubs. Club names shall not include references to ethnicity, gender identity, political viewpoints, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, trademarks, or another organization. The general secretary shall determine if a name is appropriate. The name should be one (or include some reference) that is easily identifiable on a map of the area, so that someone unfamiliar with the area can determine the general location of the club. 

3.010.1.  Use of Third Party Identifiers in a Club Name

For liability and other reasons, Rotary clubs shall not be closely associated with a commercial enterprisewhereby one corporation has undue influence on the club. Names and graphics/logos owned by these entities shall not be used in club names, graphics, or logos.