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both these names vs both of these names

Both "both these names" and "both of these names" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "Both these names" is more informal and commonly used in spoken English, while "both of these names" is more formal and appropriate for written English.

Last updated: March 19, 2024

both these names

This phrase is correct and commonly used in spoken English.

This phrase is more informal and commonly used in spoken English to refer to two specific names.

Examples:

  • I like both these names for the new product.
  • Both these names are popular in our family.

Alternatives:

  • both of these names
  • both the names
  • both of them
  • both names
  • these two names

both of these names

This phrase is correct and more formal, suitable for written English.

This phrase is more formal and appropriate for written English to refer to two specific names.

Examples:

  • I like both of these names for the new product.
  • Both of these names are common in our culture.

Alternatives:

  • both these names
  • both the names
  • both of them
  • both names
  • these two names

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