What's in a Brand Name?

Some brand names have become synonymous with the products they produce. For instance, people will ask for a "Kleenex" rather than a tissue, a "Band-Aid" rather than a bandage or "Scotch Tape" rather than cellophane one-sided sticky tape. Some huge brand names are so strong they immediately bring an association to mind. Nike=Shoes. Mercedes=Cars.

But what if some of those brand-name companies made something else entirely? Would these companies have been as successful? Something to ponder. Submit your own in the comments area if you wish. Or just comment on how stupid this whole concept is...

Mr. Clean: Prophylactics
Nokia: Locksmith
Tide: Feminine Hygiene Products
Ivory: Toothpaste
Microsoft: Baby Diapers
Hush Puppies: Dog food
Starbucks: Hollywood Talent Agency
PanAm: Non-stick cooking Spray
Huggies: Special Olympics
Disney: Anti-motion sickness medication
Buster Browns: Police Profiling Training Videos
Gap: Orthodontics
Gucci: Baby clothes
Armani: Prosthetics