“Peanut” is a very common nickname and character name, so who “Peanut” is depends on the context you mean (pet, app, comedian’s character, etc.).

Possible meanings of “Peanut”

  • Viral squirrel: Peanut was a rescued eastern gray squirrel who became popular on social media and later the subject of news coverage after a controversial seizure and euthanasia by state authorities in 2024.
  • Moms’ community app: Peanut is also a social networking app and website designed to connect women through fertility, pregnancy, motherhood, and menopause, offering forums and resources for parents.
  • Comedy character: Peanut is the name of a fast‑talking, purple “woozle” puppet used by ventriloquist Jeff Dunham in his stand‑up shows and specials.

How to narrow it down

  • If you mean a social media animal : likely Peanut the squirrel.
  • If you mean a mobile app/community for moms : that is the Peanut app.
  • If you mean a comedian’s sidekick : that is Jeff Dunham’s puppet character.

If you share where you saw “Peanut” (TikTok, a stand‑up clip, a parenting forum, etc.), a more specific answer can be given.

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