Meme Coins Are Flipping the Crypto Deck

Meme coins are the wild cards of the crypto deck, and as of March 15, 2025, they’re flipping the table with some seriously bonkers trends.

In the ever-shifting landscape of cryptocurrency, meme coins are the jokers, wild cards that defy expectations and keep things interesting. As of March 15, 2025, these tokens, born of internet memes and fueled by hype, are still flipping the table in the blockchain realm.

Kickstarted by the roaring popularity of Dogecoin—itself an offshoot of a Shiba Inu coin—meme coins have become a dominant force, especially in the wake of 2021’s meme stock frenzy. As major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) continue to struggle to regain the highs they hit during the pandemic-era boom, meme coins are slowly clawing back from the bear market that began in November 2021.

While the likes of BTC and ETH have seen their prices nearly cut in half from their 2021 peaks, meme coins went through an even steeper decline. However, March 2025 sees these tokens slowly recovering, heating up the market once again with their playful takes on cryptocurrency.

Here’s a look at some of the hottest meme coins on the scene right now, highlighting the wildest trends emerging in this vibrant corner of the crypto sphere:

Dogecoin: The Meme King That Won’t Quit

First up, let’s salute Dogecoin (DOGE), the granddaddy of meme coins, still going strong. Kicked off in 2013 as a Shiba Inu-inspired joke, it’s reached a market cap of over $25 billion by March 2025. Of course, it’s still down 78% from its 2021 highs, keeping the hope alive for a return to the $126.7 highs it hit in May 2021.

Dogecoin is largely powered by a devoted fanbase on social media, who are glued to any news closely related to the token. The coin has also benefited from shoutouts by the likes of former U.S. President Donald Trump, who is a fan of the token and has spoken about it on multiple occasions.

Earlier in 2024, Trump’s campaign reportedly accepted donations in the token after he announced his candidacy for the 2024 presidential elections. A Dogecoin ETF would also put the token in the crosshairs of mainstream investors.

Dogecoin’s staying power is legendary—the OG that keeps the meme torch burning bright.

Shiba Inu: The ‘Doge Slayer’ With Swagger

Then there’s Shiba Inu (SHIB), not just chasing Dogecoin but carving its own path. Born in 2020 on Ethereum, it’s reached a market cap of $15 billion by March 2025, boasting a loyal pack of fans. Shibarium, its Layer-2 network, is bringing some real utility—faster trades and lower costs.

It’s down 80% from its 2021 peak, but SHIB is heating up again as its development team continues to burn through some of the token supply. In February alone, 389 million SHIB tokens were burned by the developers.

Shiba Inu is known for its large circulating supply, with 590 trillion SHIB tokens in circulation as of March 2025. In comparison, Bitcoin has a total supply of 21 million tokens, with 19.5 million mined by March 2025.

We’re vibing with its mix of meme charm and tech grit—SHIB isn’t just barking, it’s biting.

Pepe: Frog Fever That’s Jumping High

Hop over to Pepe (PEPE), the frog-faced sensation that’s quickly shot to fame. Inspired by the “Pepe the Frog” meme, it splashed onto the scene in 2023 and has reached a market cap of $5 billion by March 2025.

With 420 trillion tokens and 90% of the presale funds locked in liquidity pools, the team is burning through the token supply to keep the hype rolling.

On X, posts related to PEPE are heating up, with the token rising 10.9% over the past week. This follows a period of stagnation, as the token had been largely flatlined over the past month.

We’re loving how it’s cashing in on nostalgia and community juice—this frog has bounce and is leaping into the meme coin big leagues.

Bonk: Solana’s Playful Pup Steals the Show

Say hello to Bonk (BONK), the Solana-based cutie that’s grabbing all the attention. Launched in 2022 to boost Solana’s decentralized exchange scene, it’s reached a market cap of $2 billion by March 2025.