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“Little Fatty” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

The Little Fatty meme features Qian Zhijun, a Chinese teenager with chubby cheeks, photographed during a road safety class.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “Little Fatty” meme, 2002

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Little Fatty” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73, number 21603 of the collection, and the 1st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Little Fatty” meme mean?

This facial expression, characterized by a side glance and wide eyes, communicates silent judgment or polite skepticism. It is used to illustrate bewilderment at absurdity, distrust of suspicious information, or contained surprise at an unexpected event. The humor lies in the innocent yet accusatory nature of the portrait, transforming a simple student into an icon of internet doubt.

Where does the “Little Fatty” meme come from?

The original photograph captures Qian Zhijun, a sixteen-year-old high school student from Shanghai, during a school activity dedicated to road safety. Sources indicate this shot was taken between 2002 and 2003, although the exact date remains uncertain. It was his own teacher who uploaded the image to Chinese internet forums, where it quickly circulated under the nickname Xiao Pang, meaning 'Little Fatty'. Virality then crossed borders to reach American communities in early 2003. Unlike many memes derived from videos, this one relies solely on a still photo, exploited as a base for various photomontages including faces superimposed on movie posters or famous portraits.

  1. 2002Taking of the original photograph of Qian Zhijun during a road safety class in Shanghai.
  2. 2003Mass diffusion of the image on Chinese then American internet forums under the name Xiao Pang.

How to use the “Little Fatty” meme

  • Use the image to react skeptically to a dubious claim on social media platforms.
  • Superimpose the student's face onto movie posters to add an absurd touch of humor to the edit.
  • Use the photo as a quick reply to express polite surprise in response to unexpected news.

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The “Little Fatty” card in MyMemeCards

Little Fatty card
NumberNo. 21603
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 73
Fame67/100 · #1 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 73: 300 cards
  • Common20167%
  • Rare9933%

How to get the “Little Fatty” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Little Fatty comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Little Fatty meme?

It is a photo of a Chinese teenager named Qian Zhijun, famous for his bewildered facial expression used as a reaction image.

Who is Xiao Pang?

Xiao Pang is the Chinese nickname for Qian Zhijun, literally meaning 'Little Fatty', attributed because of his round cheeks visible in the photo.

Where does the Little Fatty photo come from?

The image comes from a school road safety class in Shanghai, photographed around 2002 or 2003 by a teacher before being uploaded online.

What does Little Fatty's look mean?

His expression is generally interpreted as a mix of distrust, perplexity, and silent judgment towards an incomprehensible situation.

How do I get the Little Fatty meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Little Fatty” is a rare card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Little Fatty card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Qian_ZhijunQian Zhijun - Wikipedia · Little Fatty | Know Your Meme · Little Fatty - Wikipedia · checked on October 14, 2026.

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