The emoji 🍑 is officially called the Peach emoji. However, it's also widely known informally as the "butt emoji" due to its visual resemblance to buttocks. This dual naming convention highlights the interesting intersection of literal and figurative interpretations of emojis.
Official Name and Unicode
- The official Unicode name for the emoji is PEACH.
- Its Unicode code point is U+1F351.
Informal Name and Cultural Significance
The emoji's resemblance to a human buttock has led to its widespread use as a slang term representing that body part. This has cemented its nickname as the "butt emoji" within online culture. This informal name, while not official, is arguably just as widely understood and used as the official name.
- Dictionary.com refers to it as both the "peach emoji" and the "butt emoji", reflecting the dual nature of its usage. (https://www.dictionary.com/e/emoji/peach-emoji/)
- Numerous online references, such as Reddit threads, demonstrate widespread use of both names.
The Peach as a Name
Beyond its emoji usage, "Peach" is also a valid given name, as evidenced by examples found across the internet, including social media profiles and forums. However, its usage as a name often sparks discussion and opinions regarding its suitability.
