It is reported by Dying Scene that Blink 182 was initially named Duck Tape. But as the original line-up of the band consisting of Tom, Mark, and Scott Raynor evolved, Tom sought a change.

One Reddit user simply said: "What does 182 mean ... He came up with the name Blink when the band consisted of Tom, Mark and their friend Scott Raynor. However, as an Irish electronica artist ...

Blink-182 was originally formed in 1992 by Tom DeLonge (vocals and guitar), who quickly recruited Mark Hoppus (vocals and bass) and Scott Raynor (drums) in Poway, California, a northern suburb of ...