Introduction to Fandom Names in Popular Culture
As fans immerse themselves in this musical universe, they quickly discover the significance of fandom names. These names not only unite fans but also create a bond between them and their artists.
K-Pop Fandom Names
Fandom names make fans connected. The backstory behind each makes you feel like you’re in on a cool secret. Whenever you join a new fandom, keep this list bookmarked. It will introduce you to your new community.
Popular K-Pop Fandoms
- E.L.F (Super Junior)
- iKONIC
- Blinks (Blackpink fans)
- Arianators (Ariana Grande fans)
Blackpink fans are affectionately known as Blinks, a term confirmed by member Jennie in a birthday message where she thanked fans for their constant love and support.
On November 17, on their debut day, the group’s fan club name was announced to be “MY (마이)” which is the word used to mean “the most precious friend” in KWANGYA where aespa’s avatar æ lives.
Ariana Grande’s fandom are called the ‘Arianators.’ Ariana admitted that she hated the name of the fandom, tweeting: “Thank you to the most loving, incredible fanbase of all time with the ugliest fandom name ever created. Seriously, no thank yous for whoever coined the phrase ‘Arianators’.
It was a term she decided to call her fans at the beginning of her career. The name stuck for a little while before her fans became popularly referred to as Arianators.
Ariana Grande is the first pop diva of the streaming generation. Many of today’s top female pop stars, such as Taylor Swift and Lady Gaga, first rose to stardom when iTunes was king and only broke out in the streaming universe this year.
Billie Eilish Fan Base Names
It’s been several years since Eilish released songs like “Ocean Eyes.” Over time, the fan base has changed its collective name from “Avocados” to “Eyelashes.” According to PopBuzz, others refer to themselves as “Pirates,” inspired by Eilish’s middle name.