FKA

FKA stands for “formerly known as.” It is an internet slang term used to indicate that someone or something had a different name in the past. It is often used in situations where an individual or entity goes through a name change or rebranding.

Example 1:

Did you know that the musician FKA Twigs used to be known as Twigs?

I love FKA Twigs’ music, especially her song “Cellophane”!

Example 2:

The company Alphabet Inc. was FKA Google Inc. before its restructuring.

Alphabet Inc., FKA Google Inc., is now the parent company of Google and its various subsidiaries.