Aka

“Aka” is an abbreviation commonly used on social media, as well as in casual conversation, and it stands for “Also Known As.” 

It’s used to introduce an alternative name or alias for a person, thing, or concept.

For instance, if someone’s full name is John Smith, but they are widely recognized as a musician under the name “Rockstar Johnny,” they might introduce themselves as “John Smith, aka Rockstar Johnny.”

Encountering “aka” on social media means that someone is using this abbreviation to provide an additional name, title, or nickname associated with a particular entity. It’s a way of offering more context or information about someone or something without requiring a lengthy explanation.