Who Owns the Popsicle Trademark?

The well-known frozen treat brand Popsicle has been in existence for almost a century. People of various ages take pleasure in it and are familiar with the name. But whose trademark is “Popsicle”? Unilever, a British-Dutch consumer products giant that also owns well-known brands including Ben & Jerry’s and Dove, is the answer.

In 1989, Good Humor, a firm that had been producing frozen desserts since the 1920s, sold the Popsicle brand to Unilever. Since then, Unilever has increased the range of frozen sweets under the Popsicle brand, including the Popsicle Fruit Pops and the Popsicle Scribblers.

Forbes estimates that the Popsicle brand is worth $200 million. Given that Popsicle is among the most well-known frozen dessert brands in the world, this is hardly surprising. In fact, it is the most popular ice pop brand in America.

None other than the traditional cherry flavor is the most popular Popsicle flavor. Fans of Popsicles have long favored this taste, which is still the most often consumed one today. Orange, grape, and raspberry are among more well-liked flavors.

Why is it named Popsicle then? The word “pop” (for the sound the frozen treat produces when it is removed from its mold) and “icicle” (for its shape) were actually combined to create the name. Frank Epperson, when 11 years old, created the first Popsicle in 1905. He left a soda and water combination outside overnight with a stirring stick, and the liquid froze. He first referred to his invention as the “Epsicle” before changing the name to “Popsicle” once he began selling them.

In conclusion, Unilever currently holds ownership of the $200 million-plus Popsicle trademark. Cherry Popsicles are the most popular flavor, and the name Popsicle is a mashup of the words “pop” and “icicle.” Frank Epperson, an 11-year-old kid, created the “Epsicle,” the original name of the Popsicle, in 1905.