Did you know that some K-pop idols also adopt English names? Find out what ASTRO member Cha Eunwoo is about
Within South Korean culture, it is common for people to receive or choose a name in English when studying the language. For this reason, many K-pop idols who were born in South Korea, but lived abroad for a long time, ended up adopting this form as their stage names.
Leahfrom ITZY, for example, which is called Choi Jisuand lived for a few years in Canada, where she was called Julia, the name given by his aunt, and which generated the artistic name. The same happened with Wendy, by Red Velvet. Your real name is Son Seungwanhowever, also lived in Canadian lands for some years, where she was known for Wendy.
Furthermore, it is also possible to mention other idols who, despite not using English names as their stage name, have also revealed to their fans what they like to be called when they are in other countries, such as Taehyun (TXT), which is Terry; Wonyoung (IVE), is Vicky; Sunoo (ENHYPEN), is melody; and Yeri (Red Velvet), is Katie.
In 2021, while participating in the “Master In The House” program, Cha Eunwooa member of ASTRO, revealed that he also has an English name: felix.
While talking to the presenters and other guests, the idol was asked if his name is a tribute to the animation “Felix the Cat”, from the 50s, causing everyone to laugh. Eunwoo, however, denied it, and said it was nominated by his English teacher. Check out!
In 2020, the members of ASTRO had also commented on their names in English during the program “Hidden Track 2”. In this ocasion, Moonbin It is Sanha revealed that they had an English education when they were younger, where the main dancer was called Jerryand the maknae of Chris.
The oldest member and main vocalist, MJstated that his English teacher, Mr. Kimcalled him Sebastian, and that he used that name from time to time. Finally, the leader JinJin commented that it used to be called Stevewhile Rocky in Philip.
