The 'Fren' meme, often centered around the character Apu Apustaja (a poorly drawn version of Pepe the Frog), originated on Finnish imageboards like Ylilauta before spreading globally. It represents a childlike, naive, and 'frenly' persona, typically using intentional misspellings and simplified grammar to convey innocence or awkward social interactions. While the character has been used in various internet subcultures, it remains most popular as a symbol of online camaraderie and 'comfy' vibes. Today, the Fren meme is widely used to express simple joys, request friendship, or react to situations with a wide-eyed, harmless curiosity.