To start, keep in mind that registering a personal domain is the same as any other top-level domain. Your registration will eventually come up for renewal, so choose a term you can afford without risking expiration. Here are a few other ideas and tips to help you register a personal domain:
Keep it short — A short domain has better chance of sticking in somebody’s mind once they hear it. Which leads us to the next tip…
Make it memorable — Using your own name or a catchy phrase helps people match a personal domain to you.
Have a plan — Once you secure your personal domain, don’t just let it sit there. Get online and make your ideas real.