SEOUL, South Korea – Yoon, a member of the K-pop group STAYC, recently opened up about her feelings regarding her stage name. During a live stream on social media, she expressed regret for debuting as ‘Yoon’ instead of using her birth name, Shim Ja Yoon.
In her candid statement, Yoon explained that she felt her company wanted her to project a certain image and that the name ‘Yoon’ aligned more closely with that desired image. However, netizens speculated that the decision to go with ‘Yoon’ was an attempt by the company to create a trendier image for her, as the syllable ‘Ja’ is typically associated with older generations in Korea.
While many netizens sympathized with Yoon’s feelings of regret, they also expressed strong support for her current stage name. Some commented that her name is unique and valuable, particularly for a solo artist or actress. However, they acknowledged the importance of fitting in with the rest of the group and the potential perception that her birth name sounded rustic or out of date.
The discussion also touched on the possibility of Yoon changing her stage name at this point in her career. Some netizens believed it wasn’t too late for her to make a switch, while others felt that ‘Yoon’ suits her well. Comparisons were drawn to Binnie from Oh My Girl, who is currently promoting under her real name Yubin, and some netizens mentioned that ‘Yoon’ is a relatively common name.
The debate over Yoon’s stage name sparked various reactions among netizens, with some expressing a preference for her birth name, Shim Ja Yoon. Overall, netizens shared mixed opinions on whether she should stick with ‘Yoon’ or consider a change.
As Yoon continues her journey in the K-pop industry, the discussion surrounding her stage name allows fans and netizens to share their thoughts and preferences. Ultimately, the decision lies with Yoon herself regarding whether she will continue as ‘Yoon’ or explore the possibility of using her birth name, Shim Ja Yoon.