Kpop idol groups whose names are inspired by colors and the true meanings of them (ft. BLACKPINK, Red Velvet)
These group names are simple, easy to remember, yet meaningful
The name of a Kpop group can make or break a career, as it may do good to the group’s branding and recognition. Therefore, to make the group more memorable and convey meaning within the name, many Kpop groups took inspiration from colors.
Despite having no group activities for almost 2 years, BLACKPINK still holds a stable footing in the Korean entertainment industry. This is prime evidence to BLACKPINK’s strong branding power, and the fact that everyone remembers the name of BLACKPINK.
The group name is said to represent two things: PINK means femininity and softness, while BLACK stands for boldness and strength. Combined together is BLACKPINK – a group who is capable of showing various facets, from BLACK to PINK.
In addition, BLACKPINK members once shared that their name holds even more meaning, and conveys the message of “beauty if not everything” – like how there’s pink in black and black in pink.
In the case of Red Velvet, the group is named by SM founder Lee Soo Man. According to the man, “Red” here stands for heat, passion, and brightness, while “Velvet” alludes to regality, classiness, and femininity.
And just like their name, Red Velvet is known for being “concept chameleons” who easily transform between fiery “red” images and mystic “velvet” vibes. The group’s versatility, beauty, and talent land them among the top girl groups of the Kpop 3rd generation.
Formed in 2011 under IST Entertainment (previously A Cube Entertainment), Apink now has 5 members who have switched from a princess-like concept to a bolder one. According to the group, “A” is short for “A Cube”, and “Pink” represents the female gender.
Golden Child debuted with 11 members in 2017 under Woollim Entertainment. Ever since the member Jaeseok left in 2018 due to health reasons, the group maintained a 10-member lineup, including the leader Daeyeol, who is currently serving in the military, and 9 active members.
Like their name, Golden Child’s representative color is gold, which is both a shiny and precious material, and the embodiment of the group’s fire and passion. Through their name, the group promises intense energy in their performances and dedication to their careers.
Pink Fantasy is a group that owns a special member – Daewang, who has always worn a mask since debut. Like many other groups, Pink Fantasy uses color for the group’s name. However, it seems that because of the mysterious concept, the girls have never explained the meaning of the group’s name. Many netizens are curious about the group, especially the member Daewang.
The group’s name is made up of two words: “purple,” which implies that the color is created by combining several colors, and “kiss,” which means “love.” The purpose of Purple Kiss is to “convey love through various colors of music,” as it imprints the aspect of the unique personalities of each member’s musical color mixed in harmony.
Kpop groups, whose names are inspired by colors, all leave an impression on the public. In particular, many groups have meaningful names that amazed netizens.