#ElonMuskTwitter Elon Musk Changes X Name to 'Kekius Maximus'

In December 2024, Elon Musk changed his X (formerly Twitter) display name to Kekius Maximus and replaced his profile picture with a meme of Pepe the Frog dressed as a Roman gladiator. The phrase “Kekius Maximus” blends “kek” (internet slang for “lol”) with “Maximus,” referencing the movie Gladiator. It’s a humorous nod to meme culture and gaming.

Musk later tweeted about playing Path of Exile 2, hinting that the name reflects his gaming activity. The name change also triggered a surge in a memecoin called Kekius Maximus, which rose over 600% in value—though Musk hasn't claimed any connection to it. His use of popular internet memes continues to blur the lines between tech, humor, and crypto culture.

By January 2025, Musk changed his display name again to Gorklon Rust, showing his ongoing pattern of playful and cryptic online behavior.