Jitterbugs are commonly referred to as individuals who love to dance, particularly swing. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe these energetic dancers. For instance, they can be referred to as swing dancers, boogie-woogie enthusiasts, hopheads, or even jitterbugs, derived from the term used to describe alcoholic drinks during the prohibition era. Other terms that can be used to describe jitterbugs include rock and rollers, jitterhoppers, or shaggers. Ultimately, these terms are all used to describe energetic individuals who enjoy dancing and having a good time, particularly to music of the swing era.