What's in a name? Apparently not much when it comes to your favorite brands.
Companies in America often go by different names abroad. If you're looking for a Burger King in Australia for example, you're out of luck.
Sometimes it's due to franchising, sometimes because the meaning of the word is different elsewhere. Sometimes the change makes sense, sometimes it's so small it seems pointless.
Here are a few dizzying examples.
Lays — Walker's in the UK, Sabritas in Mexico, Tapuchips in Israel, and Chipsy in Egypt
Diet Coke — Coca-Cola Light in Europe
The word "diet" is not equivalent to "lighter in calories" in other parts of the world. More appropriately, it is called "Coca-Cola Light." The company also uses a different sweetener blend for each country, based on consumer preference.
DiGiornio — Delissio in Canada
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