Britney Spears has once again made a change to her name on social media, continuing her trend of shifting identities since the termination of her conservatorship in November 2021. The 42-year-old pop icon has frequently utilized her social media platforms to express her thoughts and newfound freedom, alongside sharing dancing videos and inspirational messages. This week, Spears updated her Instagram name for the third time, now appearing as “Xila Maria River Red.”

This alteration follows a series of previous changes. In January 2023, she announced her name change to “River Red” after using ‘Channel 8’ for several months. Spears described the significance behind the name, stating, “I see right through it all… it has liquid and is wet… it’s playful and has mass!!! I changed my name to River Red!!! Yet the fire is where it illuminates… to stare at it and jump right in with no fear at all!!!!”

In July 2023, Spears modified her moniker once again to “Maria River Red,” accompanied by a dance video featuring Santana’s 1999 hit ‘Maria Maria.’ Speculation arose among fans regarding the meaning behind the name change, with interpretations ranging from a potential hint at new music releases to a nod towards her past marriage to Sam Asghari, from whom she filed for divorce in July 2023.

Now, with the addition of “Xila” to her name, fans are eager to decipher its significance. Some Reddit users have offered interpretations, suggesting meanings such as “Divine play” in Hindi or the Zapotec term for “woman.” However, others believe that Spears simply enjoys the name, with no deeper significance intended.

As fans speculate and analyse the latest change, one thing remains certain: Britney Spears continues to captivate audiences with her ever-evolving public persona.