When did "bears sweater" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 10 September 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 289 times since, peaking at 36,350% on 9 January 2026.

Where is "bears sweater" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 7 days window for the US, with a best growth of 60%.

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 300% in 2025, 15,600% in 2024, against 21,550% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "bears sweater"?

Google Ads counted an average of 8,100 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 27,100 in Dec 2025. Demand is seasonal — plan for November–January and have listings live by September.

Can I put "bears sweater" 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 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 sweater

Google Trends rising search · first seen 10 Sep 2023

"bears sweater" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for sweaters, first seen on 10 Sep 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 289 times since; its biggest jump was 36,350% on 9 Jan 2026 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 7 days window in the US.

🧶 sweater POD Design topic ⚠️ Needs a licence

First seen: 10 Sep 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 19 Sep 2026; 19 Sep 06:00 UTC
Times recorded: 289; 5 window/country combos
Peak: 36,350%; 9 Jan 2026
Countries: 🇺🇸; US
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

7D 🇺🇸 United States best 60%

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

22 Jun 2025 – 19 Sep 2025 · peak 300%

Same period in 2024

22 Jun 2024 – 19 Sep 2024 · peak 15,600%

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

Searches peak in November–January — 27,100 a month at the top against ~1,150 in June, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by September.

~8,100 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "bears sweater" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 10 September 2023 in the US. It has been recorded 289 times since, peaking at 36,350% on 9 January 2026.
Where is "bears sweater" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 7 days window for the US, with a best growth of 60%.
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 300% in 2025, 15,600% in 2024, against 21,550% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "bears sweater"?: Google Ads counted an average of 8,100 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 27,100 in Dec 2025. Demand is seasonal — plan for November–January and have listings live by September.
Can I put "bears sweater" 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 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 19 Sep 2026, 12:28 UTC.