Derpina is a prominent character within the Rage Comic universe, serving as the female counterpart to the original Derp character. First appearing during the height of the rage comic trend in the late 2000s and early 2010s on platforms like 4chan and Reddit, Derpina is typically depicted with long hair and a vacant, wide-eyed expression. She is used to represent a generic female character in various relatable, awkward, or nonsensical scenarios. Over time, the name Derpina became a catch-all term for any female character in these comics, embodying the same goofy and 'derpy' charm as her male peers while helping to expand the storytelling capabilities of the rage comic format during its internet-wide peak.