Why is tampax called tampax?

Question

Why is tampax called tampax?

Answer 1

It was originally called "Tambrands", after the original company name. Which was short for "Tampon Brands", later on they felt that they needed a name change, so they re-named it "Tampax".

P.S.Why is this in the "Water Sports" category?

Answer 2

Any reason this is in the water sports section?

Answer 3

Because it's a more attractive name than Cunni cloths or Jam rags.

Answer 4

One: Why are you posting this in Water Sports?

Two: Why does it matter?

Answer 5

It was originally called "Tambrands", after the original company name. Which was short for "Tampon Brands", later on they felt that they needed a name change, so they re-named it "Tampax".