Seal

On social media, this emoji is commonly used to represent seals, the animal, or to convey playfulness, cuteness, or a love for marine life. It can also be used in a joking or sarcastic manner, such as when someone is being called a "seal" for their clumsiness or for being a good swimmer.

According to Emojipedia, the 🦭 seal emoji was approved as part of Unicode 13.0 in 2020 and was added to Emoji 13.0 in the same year. It has since gained popularity and is now widely used on various social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

The popularity of this emoji is not limited to a specific age group, as it can be used by people of all ages. However, it may be more commonly used by younger generations who are more active on social media and are more familiar with emojis.

This emoji is not considered rude or offensive in any way. In fact, it is often used to convey positive emotions and is generally seen as a friendly and cute emoji.

The history of this emoji can be traced back to ancient times when seals were depicted in cave paintings and were seen as sacred animals in some cultures. In modern times, seals have become a popular animal in cartoons, movies, and media, making them a recognizable and beloved creature. This led to the creation of the 🦭 seal emoji, which has now become a popular and widely used symbol of playfulness, cuteness, and love for marine life on social media.