2NE1 and Other K-Pop Fandom Names

2NE1: A Brief History

2NE1 (pronounced "to anyone") was a four-member girl group under YG Entertainment. They debuted on May 6, 2009, with the single "Fire." Their name stands for "New Evolution of the 21st." The group consisted of CL, Dara, Park Bom, and Minzy. Minzy left the band in April 2016, and the group disbanded in November 2016.

Fandom Names in K-Pop

Many fandoms in popular culture have their own names that distinguish them from other fan communities. These names are especially popular with singers and K-Pop fandoms are no exception. Here is a list of second-generation K-pop fandom names:

• Blackjacks (2NE1)
• Hottest (2PM)
• ELF (Super Junior)
• Uaena (IU)