Current team name status
As of today, the franchise is called the Atlanta Braves and continues to use that name on its uniforms, website, broadcast graphics, and all commercial materials. There is no new or replacement name in use for the MLB franchise based in Atlanta. This article explains the origins of the name, the reason confusion sometimes arises, and what the branding looks like today.
Origins of the Braves name
The name Braves has been used in what is now Major League Baseball since the franchise was first established in Boston in the late 19th century. The name was formalized when the team moved to Milwaukee before eventually relocating to Atlanta in 1966. Over the decades, the franchise has updated logos, typefaces, and uniform elements while retaining Braves as its core identity.
Key name and logo milestones
| Date or Period | Event | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1871–1911 (Boston Red Stockings/Beaneaters/Braves) | Early franchises consolidate under Braves branding | Establishes continuity of the name across decades |
| 1936 | Introduction of the prominent Native American "tribe head" logo | Iconic visual identity that persists in modified form today |
| 1953–1958 (Milwaukee Braves) | Name moves with the franchise to Milwaukee | Proves name is portable and tied to organization, not city alone |
| 1966 | Franchise relocates to Atlanta | Braves name comes to Atlanta; becomes a long-term regional identity |
| 1990s–2020 | Logo modernization and slight wordmark adjustments | Keeps the brand current while preserving core design |
Why confusion about a name change arises
Conversations about Native American mascots in sports have led many to expect or assume a rename. News cycles, fan speculation, and social media commentary sometimes blur perception, but the legal, on-field, and commercial identity remains Atlanta Braves. No official statement or filing has changed the team name.
Current branding elements you’ll see today
- On field: Braves script on home whites, block "BRAVES" on grays, tomahawk cap logo
- Digital and media: Braves wordmark and tomahawk used across web, apps, and broadcasts
- Legal and corporate: Franchise registered and operating as the Atlanta Braves Baseball Club
What to watch for in the future
Should the team ever pursue a change, the process would involve MLB review, community consultation, legal filings, and a coordinated rebrand of uniforms, signage, and digital properties. Until such a move is formally announced, the Atlanta Braves name remains in place and active in all league and commercial contexts.
The Atlanta Braves are currently called the Atlanta Braves, with no replacement name in use. This status overview outlines the history of the name, today’s branding, and signals how any future change would be recognized if it occurs.