English · Slang Attested

RPF

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Meaning · English

Initialism of real person fiction.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Apparently, this all started with some Star Trek stories and RPF or “real person fic” started in a Duran Duran fanzine.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “RPF” mean?

Initialism of real person fiction.

Is “RPF” formal or informal?

RPF is generally slang.

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