JoJo Siwa has entered the new year with a fresh identity, changing her name to Joelle Siwa on her TikTok profile. This decision, made on New Year’s Eve, has sparked lively discussions among her 46 million followers on the platform. The 22-year-old musician and dancer teased significant projects planned for 2026, captivating fans with her announcement.
In her last TikTok video of 2025, Siwa shared a lip-sync performance of her hit song “Boomerang,” hinting at an exciting year ahead. The caption read, “What a year it is ahead ✨🤍,” prompting fans to speculate about her plans. Reactions to the name change flooded in, with many expressing enthusiasm for her new moniker. One fan commented, “The name change ❤❤❤ perfect for 2026! Happy New Year ❤❤,” while another said, “Joelle feels so authentic, wishing you every happiness in 2026.”
Interestingly, some fans pointed out that the name Joelle is not entirely new to Siwa. One commenter noted, “…Her real name is Joelle, Jojo was just a nickname. Are y’all new here?” This revelation highlighted the personal significance of the name change for Siwa and her long-time supporters.
Love and Future Plans
Alongside her professional pursuits, Siwa’s relationship with Love Island star Chris Hughes adds another layer of excitement to her life. The couple, who confirmed their relationship over the summer, recently discussed the prospect of engagement during an interview with Fabulous Magazine. Hughes expressed his preference against proposing during the holiday season, saying, “You always get people who get engaged [at] Christmas. You see it on Instagram, every year you’re gonna see somebody who gets engaged.”
When Siwa playfully suggested that she might take the initiative in proposing, Hughes quickly dismissed the idea. “I’ve spoken to people about this before you, obviously. And I actually said, ‘I think if I was proposed to, that would make me really uncomfortable,’” he remarked. Siwa humorously warned him that if he didn’t propose within seven years, she would consider taking matters into her own hands. Hughes responded, “It shouldn’t take you seven years to work out if you want to marry someone.”
As Siwa embraces this new chapter in her life, both fans and followers are eager to see how her rebranding and potential engagement plans unfold. The excitement surrounding her name change and future projects marks a significant moment in her career, indicating that 2026 may hold even more surprises for the talented star.
