When did "bears shirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 10 September 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 213 times since, peaking at 57,300% on 20 September 2026.

Where is "bears shirt" rising right now?

Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 5 October 2026 (US).

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 250% in 2025, 200% in 2024, against 57,300% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "bears shirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 18,100 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 49,500 in Jan 2026. Demand holds up across the year.

Can I put "bears shirt" on a shirt or a listing?

It is a topic search, but the phrase names a person, team, character, title or brand: a design about it needs their permission, and a listing that uses the name risks a takedown. Design around the theme people want and keep the wording your own.

Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?

It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts, sweaters); 6 related rising searches about "bears" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

bears shirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 10 Sep 2023

"bears shirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for shirts and sweaters, first seen on 10 Sep 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 213 times since; its biggest jump was 57,300% on 20 Sep 2026 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. It was last seen rising on 5 Oct 2026.

👕 shirt 🧶 sweater POD Design topic ⚠️ Needs a licence

First seen: 10 Sep 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 5 Oct 2026; 4 days ago
Times recorded: 213; 10 window/country combos
Peak: 57,300%; 20 Sep 2026
Countries: 🇺🇸; US
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

Not in any rising list in the last 24 hours. Last seen 4 days ago.

Last 90 daysLast 24 months

Highest growth recorded each day, across every window and country.Highest growth recorded in each month.

Same period in 2025

12 Jul 2025 – 9 Oct 2025 · peak 250%

Same period in 2024

12 Jul 2024 – 9 Oct 2024 · peak 200%

Tracking coverage has grown over the years (more niches, countries and time windows), so earlier years can under-count.

Search demand by month

Google Ads · data through Aug 2026

Demand holds up year-round: around 18,100 searches a month, at its best 49,500 in Jan 2026.

~18,100 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "bears shirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 10 September 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 213 times since, peaking at 57,300% on 20 September 2026.
Where is "bears shirt" rising right now?: Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 5 October 2026 (US).
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 250% in 2025, 200% in 2024, against 57,300% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "bears shirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 18,100 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 49,500 in Jan 2026. Demand holds up across the year.
Can I put "bears shirt" on a shirt or a listing?: It is a topic search, but the phrase names a person, team, character, title or brand: a design about it needs their permission, and a listing that uses the name risks a takedown. Design around the theme people want and keep the wording your own.
Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?: It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts, sweaters); 6 related rising searches about "bears" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

Source: Google Trends rising searches. Updated 9 Oct 2026, 23:25 UTC.