Investment Banks with the Stupidest Names

So many banks with absolutely stupid names.

I remember someone reaching out to me about a position at Piper.  LOL,  like I want to sully my resume with a bank that shares a name with my 6 year old niece

Jefferies is also a really stupid name.  Sounds sort of try hard but not actually elite/distinguished (much like the bank itself)

Cowen is a stupid name

KippsDesanto is a stupid name 

How hard is it to name your bank Centerview or Evercore and call it a day?  Why the need to include your ridiculous surname in the mix

Stifel Nicolaus also really lame.

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