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aespa (에스파), stylized as æspa, is a four-member South Korean girl group under SM Entertainment. The
group consists of Karina, Giselle, Winter, and NingNing. They debuted on November 17, 2020, with the
digital single, Black Mamba. On June 2, 2022, it has been announced that aespa has signed with Warner
Records for global promotions.

Why are they called æspa?

Their name comes from combining “æ,” derived from “Avatar X Experience,” & “aspect.” The meaning
behind the name is various innovative activities to come with the theme of “experiencing a new world via
the encounter of the ‘avatar,’ your other self.”

O!cial Greeting:
“Be my ae! Hi, we are æspa!”

O!cial Fandom Name: MY (마이)

O!cial Fandom Colors: Aurora

O!cial Accounts:
Website (Japan): aespa-o"cial.jp
YouTube: aespa
Instagram: @aespa_o"cial
Twitter: @aespa_o"cial
Twitter (Japan): @aespaJPo"cial
Facebook: aespa
Weibo: aespa
TikTok: @aespa_o"cial
Pinterest: aespa

Members Profile:
Karina

Stage Name: Karina (카리나)

Birth Name: Yu Ji Min (유지민)
English Name: Katarina Yu
Position: Leader, Main Dancer, Lead Rapper, Sub-Vocalist, Visual, Face of the Group, Center
Birthday: April 11, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dragon
Height: 167.8 cm (5’6″)
Weight: 45 kg (99 lbs)
Blood Type: B
MBTI Type: ENFP
Nationality: Korean
O"cial Symbol: Heart
O"cial Animal: Whale
O"cial Number: 24
Instagram: @katarinabluu

Karina Facts:
– She was born in Paldal-gu, Gyeonggi-do, but she grew up in Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do,
South Korea.
– She has an older sister, born in 1995.
– She’s the tallest member.
– She has a black belt in taekwondo.
– She made an appearance in Taemin‘s music video of Want.
– In 2020, she appeared with Kai from EXO in collaboration of the virtual showcase between Hyundai
Motor Company and SM Entertainment.
– She trained for 4 years.
– Karomi is her nickname.
– She is a former ulzzang.
– She used to attend at Seongnam Shingi Elementary School, Jeongja Middle School, and Hansol High
School.
– She loves Red Light by f(x).
– Her favorite female artists are f(x), Taeyeon, IU, and Park Soojin.
– Her foot size is 235–240mm.
– She likes green tea and barley tea.
– Her ideal type is a nice guy who likes only her, that has a pretty nose, and is taller than 180 cm (5’11 ft).
– On February 27, 2024, SM Ent. and C-JeS confirmed that Karina is in a relationship with actor Lee Jae
Wook.
See more Karina fun facts…

Giselle

Stage Name: Giselle (지젤)

Birth Name: Uchinaga Aeri (うちながえり/우치나가에리)
English Name: Giselle Uchinaga
Korean Name: Cho Aeri (조애리)
Position: Main Rapper, Sub-Vocalist
Birthday: October 30, 2000
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dragon
Height: 163~164 cm (5’4″)
Weight: —
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: ENFP
Nationality: Japanese-Korean
O"cial Symbol: Crescent Moon
O"cial Animal: Unicorn
O"cial Number: 22
Instagram: @aerichandesu
Wattpad: @_mysticalprincess_

Giselle Facts:
– She was born in Garosu-gil, Seoul, South Korea.
– Her father is Japanese and her mother is Korean.
– She is an only child.
– She trained for 11 months.
– Her nicknames are Riri & Aeri-chan.
– She used to attend at Tokyo International School, and Sacred Heart School in Japan (the same school
Rima from NiziU attended).
– The Japanese version of her name is Aeri (pronounced as e-ri).
– The yearbook quote she used was: “That’s hot.”
– Her fandom name is Aerishine.
– She speaks Korean, Japanese, English, and a little bit of French.
– She was in choir for 4 years as an alto.
– She was part of St. Mary’s Choir.
– She can play the guitar.
– People think she looks like Krystal from f(x).
See more Giselle fun facts…

Winter

Stage Name: Winter (윈터)

Birth Name: Kim Min Jeong (김민정)
Chinese Name: DongDong (冬冬)
Position: Lead Vocalist, Lead Dancer, Visual
Birthday: January 1, 2001
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Dragon
O"cial Height: 165 cm (5’5″) / Real Height: 163 cm (5’4″)
Weight: —
Blood Type: A
MBTI Type: INTJ (previously, ISTP)
Nationality: Korean
O"cial Symbol: Star
O"cial Animal: Siberian Husky
O"cial Number: 44
Instagram: @imwinter

Winter Facts:
– She was born in Busan, South Korea.
– She has an older brother, born in 1999.
– She used to attend at Yangsan Samsung Elementary School, and Yangsan Samsung Middle School.
– Her nickname is Baby Rabbit.
– She trained for 4 years.
– Many fans think that she looks like Girls’ Generation (SNSD)‘s Taeyeon.
– She has a dimple on her left cheek.
– She was the vice-president of the school.
– She intended to become an actress, but she likes to sing and dance, so she decided to become an idol.
– She drinks a lot of milk.
– Her favorite film genre is action.
– She likes eating chocolate and sweets.
– She sometimes cooks for her members.
See more Winter fun facts…

NingNing

Stage Name: NingNing (닝닝)

Birth Name: Ning Yizhuo (宁艺卓)
English Name: Vivian Ning
Korean Name: Jeo Ye Tak (저예탁)
Position: Main Vocalist, Maknae
Birthday: October 23, 2002
Zodiac Sign: Libra-Scorpio Cusp (Ning claims to be a Libra)
Chinese Zodiac Sign: Horse
Height: 161 cm (5’3″)
Weight: 43 kg (94 lbs)
Blood Type: O
MBTI Type: INFP (previously, ENFP)
Nationality: Chinese
O"cial Symbol: Butterfly
O"cial Animal: Tiger
O"cial Number: 94
Instagram: @imnotningning

Ningning Facts:
– She was born in Harbin, China.
– She is an only-child.
– Her fandom name is NingMeng (her name + lemon in Chinese).
– Her hobby is cooking.
– She can speak Mandarin, Korean, and a bit of English.
– Her favorite colors are red, yellow, and pink.
– Her favorite fruits are watermelon and strawberries.
– She shares birthday with (G)I-DLE‘s Minnie.
– She can play the piano.
– She was a member of Let’s Sing Kids in China.
– Her favorite drink is Mogu Mogu. (X)
– Her favorite member in BLACKPINK is Jennie.
– Her name means ‘powerful.’
– She trained for about 5 years. (Source)
– She has a husky voice.
– She appeared on a Chinese contest program Music Honors Student (音乐优等生).
– She participated in MBC’s Shining Star, which aired from October 16, 2017.
– She became an SM trainee in 2016, and became a member of SM Rookies in the same year on September
19th.
See more NingNing fun facts…

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NOTE 2: Their positions were presented in the Naver magazine.

NOTE 3: The girls updated/confirmed their height on 1theK interview.

NOTE 4: October 23 falls into Libra/Scorpio cusp, however Ningning confirmed on Weibo that her zodiac
sign is Libra.

NOTE 5: Sources for their MBTI Types: Karina – Yeongtong Fansign (Oct 08, 2021); Giselle – Yeongtong
Fansign (Oct 08, 2021); Winter – revealed it on a live to celebrate the debut anniversary – paid content;
Ningning – Bubble (January 14, 2022). Update: Winter’s MBTI changed to INTJ (Source).

Who is your aespa bias?

Winter
Karina
Giselle
NingNing

VOTE Results

Related: aespa Discography

aespa: Who is who?
aespa Awards History
ae-aespa Profile (The Avatars of aespa)
Quiz: How well do you know aespa?
Quiz: Which æspa member are you?
Poll: Who is the best vocalist in æspa?
Poll: Who is the best rapper in æspa?
Poll: Who is the best dancer in æspa?
Poll: What’s your favorite æspa O!cial MV?
Poll: Which is your favorite æspa ship?
Most Popular Video Games In Japan The Week Each æspa Member Was Born

Latest Korean Comeback:

Latest English Release:

Who is your aespa bias? Do you know more facts about them? Feel free to comment below!

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kangsterlol − ⚑
6 days ago

im so happy for Rina and Lee Jae-wook!!! . I hope they do well and delulu sasaengs and so called "fans" don't attack them.
Stan aespa, OT4 Fghting!

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Noella > kangsterlol − ⚑

3 days ago

They actually look so cute together

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heejin~~ > kangsterlol − ⚑

3 days ago

same !! wishing them the best and much love and appreciation from fans, they deserve it

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Hobi_Sunshine > kangsterlol − ⚑

3 days ago

ME TOOOO!!!!

It was hard to believe at Frst till I saw so many vids about it. They make a cute couple.

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워녕 − ⚑
8 days ago

isn’t karinas representative emoji a cat?

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noodle.ceo − ⚑
9 days ago

bias rank:
1 Winter
2 Ning/Giselle
3 Karina
i love them all ofc<3

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gabbi − ⚑
10 days ago

giselle slay forever 

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