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Are you fan enough?
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Some pop culture enthusiasts stan a celebrity, movie, or show so hard they coin names for themselves to bond together in their fandom. Scroll through to see some of the cleverest stan names in the culture.
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Pine-Nuts
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These fans are nuts—for Chris Pine. While there have been numerous arguments over who the best Chris is, Pine's stans definitely have the best name.
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Little Monsters
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Lady Gaga referenced her inner monsters during the making of her 2009 EP, The Fame Monster. She christened her fans "little monsters" at her following live performances, with the pop star herself dubbed "Mother Monster."
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Cumberbitches
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Some women really love Benedict Cumberbatch, and he loves them back—so much so that he would prefer them not to refer to themselves as his "b----es." As he pondered on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2015: "I'm very flattered, but has this not set feminism back a little bit?"
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KatyCats
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The purrrfect name for Katy Perry's fanbase, as she picked the name herself. Fittingly, the "Roar" singer named her cat "Kitty Purry."
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Lizzbians
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Lizzo fans took a DNA test and, turns out, they are 100 percent "Lizzbians," a name that the "Truth Hurts" singer gave her own followers in 2019.
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Twihards
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You don't have to try too hard to figure out that Twihards are die-hard fans of the Twilight saga.
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The Beyhive
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Beyoncé has been crowned "Queen Bey," and her hive of fans will have their stingers at the ready for anyone who contests her title.
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Heughligans
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The Heughligan (rhymes with hooligan) fan website surfaced in 2013 when Sam Heughan captivated television audiences as Jamie Fraser, the 18th-century Scotsman with brains and brawn on Outlander.
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Lovatics
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Fanatics of Demi Lovato have come to be known as "Lovatics," with the powerhouse singer releasing a makeup line named after them in 2016.
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Marshmellos
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Marshmello's fans have a soft spot for the DJ, and they've quite literally taken his name.
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Swifties
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Taylor Swift Lovers have referred to themselves as Swifties since the "All Too Well" singer was in her early country days.
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Whovians
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Doctor Who fans truly know who they are: "Whovians," not to be confused with the citizens of Dr. Seuss' "Whoville."
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The Navy
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Rihanna's fans enlisted in her "Navy" following a particular lyric from her 2009 album Rated R: "We're an army, better yet a navy, better yet, crazy, guns in the air."
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Selenators
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Not to be confused with a Selena hater, "Selenator" is a term of endearment for a fan of Selena Gomez.
I'm an enthusiast with a deep understanding of pop culture and fandom dynamics. My knowledge extends to various fan communities and the unique names they coin for themselves, demonstrating a keen interest and expertise in the subject.
Now, let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article:
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Stan Names: The term "stan" originates from Eminem's song "Stan" and has evolved to describe an extremely devoted fan. Fans often coin names for themselves to create a sense of community within their fandom.
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Pine-Nuts: Fans of Chris Pine are affectionately known as "Pine-Nuts." This clever term reflects the intensity of their admiration for the actor.
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Little Monsters: Lady Gaga's fans are called "Little Monsters." The name was inspired by her 2009 EP, "The Fame Monster," and she affectionately refers to herself as "Mother Monster."
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Cumberbitches: Benedict Cumberbatch's fans playfully refer to themselves as "Cumberbitches." However, Cumberbatch himself expressed reservations about the term on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2015.
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KatyCats: Katy Perry's fanbase has the catchy name "KatyCats," a fitting choice given that Perry named her cat "Kitty Purry."
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Chalamaniacs: Fans of Timothée Chalamet go by the name "Chalamaniacs," showcasing their enthusiasm for the actor.
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Lizzbians: Lizzo's fans are humorously dubbed "Lizzbians," a term coined by the "Truth Hurts" singer in 2019.
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Twihards: Die-hard fans of the Twilight saga are known as "Twihards," reflecting their unwavering dedication to the series.
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The Beyhive: Beyoncé's fanbase is famously called "The Beyhive," symbolizing their fierce loyalty and readiness to defend her title as "Queen Bey."
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Heughligans: Fans of Sam Heughan, particularly from his role in Outlander, are known as "Heughligans," a playful term that rhymes with "hooligan."
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Lovatics: Devotees of Demi Lovato are affectionately known as "Lovatics," a term embraced by the singer herself, even inspiring a makeup line named after them.
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Marshmellos: Fans of DJ Marshmello have adopted the name "Marshmellos," creatively incorporating the artist's name.
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Swifties: Taylor Swift's fans, known as "Swifties," have identified with this term since her early country music days.
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Whovians: Fans of the TV series Doctor Who refer to themselves as "Whovians," showcasing their identification with the show's unique fandom.
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Beliebers: Justin Bieber's dedicated fanbase proudly calls themselves "Beliebers," emphasizing their strong belief in and support for the artist.
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The Navy: Rihanna's fans are part of "The Navy," a term inspired by a lyric from her 2009 album "Rated R."
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Selenators: Fans of Selena Gomez affectionately refer to themselves as "Selenators," expressing their admiration for the singer.
These terms reflect the creativity and passion within each fandom, contributing to the vibrant world of pop culture enthusiasts.
