Kim Jaejoong is set to debut his new girl group called SAY MY NAME. Kim Jaejoong | @jj_1986_jj/Instagram All of the seven members have now been released, but there are some concerns regarding the members’ ages. The youngest is Seungjoo who seems to be born in 2010, which is very young even by K-Pop standards. […]
Prestigious Poll Names The Top K-Pop Boy Groups Of The 21st Century
Since the early 2000s, hundreds of male K-Pop idols have risen to fame, but only a few earned a spot on Gallup Korea‘s prestigious “Best National Singer/Group of the 21st Century” list. | Gallup Korea Since 2007, Gallup Korea has played an important role in identifying leading figures in various fields, including sports, broadcasting, acting, […]
Illegal Names: Navigating South Korea’s Strict Rules For Naming A Baby
Having a baby in Korea isn’t easy. There’s even a lot to consider when naming one’s child. It’s not as simple as randomly selecting a name from a book. Unrelated images are used for illustrative purposes only. | sq lim via Unsplash Content creator South Korean Lawyer (@leenlaw on TikTok) makes videos about legal issues […]
The Names Rosé Uses For Her BLACKPINK Members On Her Phone — And How She Chose Them
In an interview with ELLE Korea, BLACKPINK‘s Rosé gave BLINK a sneak peak inside her phone and discussed why she chose her unique contact names for each of the members. | @roses_are_rosie/Instagram For Jennie, Rosé kept it simple and added a bear emoji next to her name. Your browser does not support video. As a fan […]
15 K-Pop Idols With The Cutest Stage Names
Whether a K-Pop idol decides to use their real name or a different title for their stage name, we’re sure that it can be a long and thoughtful process for them to pick the perfect one! A stage name can make an idol seem tough or sweet, powerful or elegant, however they decide they want […]
What Names Do BTS Use For Each Other On Their Phones?
The BTS members gave fans a little sneak peek into their contact list. They each told D’ICON what they chose for each other’s contact names, and their choices perfectly sum up their personalities! While some chose cute nicknames, others kept it hilariously formal. Check out what they said below! Your browser does not support video. 1. […]
“Queen Of Tears” Actor Kwak Dong Yeon Names The Most “Pampered” Co-Star On Set
The cast of Queen of Tears recently appeared in a YouTube video on Netflix’s channel, sharing behind-the-scenes gossip from the set. “Queen of Tears” poster | Hancinema With the rising success of the K-Drama which records phenomenal viewership ratings every episode, the cast has also received immense praise from viewers. The roster boasts incredible artists […]
K-Pop Fans Name 11 Fandoms They’re A Part Of… But Can’t Accept The Names
When a new K-Pop artist debuts, it can be exciting to wait and see what their fandom name will end up being so you can proudly call yourself part of it. There are many fandom names that are cute, clever, and endearing… But then, there are also some that are a bit questionable, poorly chosen, […]
Top K-Pop Choreographer Names K-Pop’s 3 Best Dancers
YGX‘s Lee Jung is a famous choreographer in K-Pop, known for her work with numerous artists, including BLACKPINK, TWICE, and ITZY. Since her appearance on Street Woman Fighter, her popularity has only grown. YGX’s Lee Jung The dancer recently used her professional expertise to name who she believes are K-Pop’s best dancers. Lee Jung recently appeared on […]
Red Velvet’s Seulgi Names The K-Drama And Dating Shows She Can’t Stop Watching
As Red Velvet‘s Seulgi gave fans a peek into her life, she further connected with fans by doing a Q&A. One of the things fans wanted to know most was which shows the idol was currently watching. [Video could not be displayed] Seulgi didn’t hesitate when naming the current hit K-Drama Marry My Husband and […]
Choi Yena Names The Most Active Member In IZ*ONE’s Group Chat
K-Pop soloist Choi Yena made her long-awaited comeback with her third EP, Good Morning, which was released on January 15, 2024. To promote her new release, the talented singer and actress has been appearing on music shows and variety programs, showing off her skills and charming personality. Choi Yena | @yena.jigumina/Instagram Most recently, she appeared on Don’t […]
The Worst New K-Pop Group Names Of 2023, According To Netizens
When it comes to K-Pop groups, their name is one of their most important identifiers. Unfortunately, these names are not always well-received by fans and netizens, sometimes even resulting in name changes. According to netizens ‘ reactions, here are some of the “worst” group names from newly debuted groups in 2023. 1. EVNNE/BLIT Another group […]
Jin Names The Song That Almost Ended BTS—Right Before Their Career Took Off
BTS‘s long journey to the top almost ended prematurely because of a comeback that fell short of expectations. Jin In the group’s documentary BTS Monuments: Beyond The Star, RM revealed they were riding high from the success of “Boy In Luv” and wanted to “claim victory” with their next comeback. There was so much pressure […]
9 Of The Weirdest K-Pop Fandom Names, According To Fans Themselves
In the K-Pop industry, fandoms are a very important part of the whole system, so choosing a meaningful name can take quite a while to make sure that it’s perfect! Most of the time, companies are fairly successful at choosing names that make sense for the K-Pop group, but some end up being a bit […]
K-Pop Fans Choose The 7 Artists With The Cutest Fandom Names
While some K-Pop fandom names are quite clever and creative, there are some that are also just plain cute! It’s fun to be part of a fandom that has a name you can proudly declare yourself as, and that’s easy to do when the fandom has an adorable title. Recently on Reddit, fans were asked […]
BTS’s Jungkook Names What He Misses Most About His Fellow Members
BTS‘s Jungkook recently interviewed with Chicago’s radio station 103.5 KISS FM and opened up to host Brady about his solo debut, favorite food, close connection with ARMYs, and fellow BTS members. BTS’s Jungkook during his “KISS FM” interview | 1035 KISSFM/YouTube After opening his heart about how much ARMYs mean to him, Brady shared that […]
The Surprising Reason Why K-Pop Group Names Are So Long These Days
For decades, K-Pop idol groups have preferred short, punchy names that pop off the tongue and stick in your memory. Think of iconic groups like Red Velvet, TWICE, or EXO, and you’ll see a pattern. These names are typically comprised of 2 to 4 syllables, chosen with the strategy of creating a catchy and easily memorable […]
BLACKPINK’s Jennie Names The One Item She Has To Have If Stranded On An Island
BLACKPINK‘s Jennie was featured in Vogue Japan‘s July 2023 edition, landing on the cover of the magazine which features an exclusive photoshoot of Jennie wearing pieces from Chanel‘s latest runway collection and fun new interviews with the global star. BLACKPINK’s Jennie | @jennierubyjane/Instagram Along with her magazine feature, Jennie also filmed the popular “What’s In […]
Fashion Designer Olivier Rousteing Names ATEEZ’s Hongjoong An Inspiration To His Work
Recently, a video was uploaded to the official ATEEZ YouTube account that showed a behind-the-scenes look at Hongjoong‘s time at a Balmain presentation in Paris last month that he was invited to by fashion designer Olivier Rousteing himself. Given that fashionista Hongjoong has named Olivier as one of his fashion icons before, being personality invited to the intimate […]
The Most Unique K-Pop Idol Names According To International Fans
Recently, a post made on Theqoo, a popular Korean forum, highlighted an old Reddit thread where international fans were discussing the most common names among K-Pop idols. The post highlighted some of the most popular and recent responses, which left Korean netizens in awe of how much interest there is in K-Pop overseas. Here are […]
Red Velvet’s Seulgi Names The Fourth Generation K-Pop Group That Caught Her Eye
Red Velvet‘s Seulgi was the most recent guest on Jonathan Thona‘s TheKstarNextDoor, where she visited to promote her debut mini-album 28 Reasons. While there, she spilled on details about her life, including the fourth-generation K-Pop group that caught her eye. Red Velvet’s Seulgi | @hi_sseulgi/Instagram Before answering questions, Seulgi shared that she fears entertainment or variety shows. She wanted […]
These Are The Fandom Names And Meanings Of 30+ Fourth Generation K-Pop Groups
Coming up with a unique, creative, and sensical fandom name for a K-Pop artist can be difficult, but also incredibly exciting! In the past, it often used to take quite a while for some artists to have an official fandom name, but these days, it usually happens fairly quickly. Here are the fandom names and […]