English · Slang Attested

stan

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

Supporting something to an extreme degree. Specifically used in cases of overzealous or obsessive support of celebrities, originating with the eponymous song by Eminem.

Where it’s used: Used American English • Gen Z / internet register

Sources & notes

Adapted from Wikipedia “Glossary of 2020s slang” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30). US Gen Z / internet usage.

Topics: Gen Z slang

Common questions

What does “stan” mean?

Supporting something to an extreme degree. Specifically used in cases of overzealous or obsessive support of celebrities, originating with the eponymous song by Eminem.

Is “stan” formal or informal?

stan is generally informal.