Here’s The Real Reason Behind (G)-IDLE’s Name Change Announcement!

(G)-IDLE announced their name change on their debut's seventh anniversary!

By Meghna Rajpal Updated May 02, 2025 2:22 PM

Here’s The Real Reason Behind (G)-IDLE’s Name Change Announcement!

(G)I-DLE shocked everyone as they celebrated the seventh anniversary of their debut with a name change. On May 2, the group announced changed their name to ‘i-dle.’ This announcement was made through their social media channel on the same day, and their agency described it as a ‘new beginning.’ While many celebrate this new name, many are confused as to why it happened. The dropping of the ‘G’ from their name was because their identity as a group couldn’t be described as just girls or any other gender.

Truth About (G)I – DLE’ Name Change

The group changed their name to i-dle to reestablish their group’s identity that can’t be defined through girls or any other gender. At the same time, they have removed parentheses, a symbol used to identify or accentuate one portion from another, and are intended to display more expansive music and ideas. One fan commented, “i-dle shedding labels and limits — bold move! New era, new name, same power,” while another said, “Dumb. Keep the name that made you famous.” This announcement gave a lot of mixed reactions from the fans.

(G)I-DLE has officially changed their group name to i-dle:

— “They dropped the “girl” and “G” from the group name, which they had previously used as (Girls) and (G)I-DLE. In doing so, they reasserted the identity of a group that cannot be defined by ‘girls,’ or any other gender.… pic.twitter.com/8aR8EUuFro

— Kpop Charts (@kchartsmaster) May 1, 2025

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More On The Group

(G)I-DLE made its debut in 2018 under the label CUBE Entertainment. Since then, they have established themselves as one of the most influential girl groups in K-pop. Their flamboyant flair and forward-thinking ideas have cemented their spot in the fourth generation of K-pop. Known for their catchy songs and vivid images, the group swiftly rose to prominence with singles such as LATATA, Oh My God, TOMBOY, and Queencard.

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First Published: May 02, 2025 2:22 PM

Meghna Rajpal

Patriarchy's worst nightmare (with a cute smile). An introvert walking around with Bollywood Music in the background who will avoid meeting you in public. I write about pop culture, fashion, and everything controversial.