When did "dad tshirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 15 November 2022 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia. It has been recorded 361 times since, peaking at 188,300% on 10 June 2025.

Where is "dad tshirt" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 90 days window for Australia, with a best growth of 120%.

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 170% in 2025, 200% in 2024, against 450% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "dad tshirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 18,100 searches a month over the year to Jul 2026, peaking at 60,500 in Jun 2023. Demand is seasonal — plan for May–June and have listings live by March.

Can I put "dad tshirt" on a shirt or a listing?

It is a generic product term, so the trademark risk is low; the design itself has to be the reason to buy.

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

It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts); 8 related rising searches about "dad" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

dad tshirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 15 Nov 2022

"dad tshirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for shirts, first seen on 15 Nov 2022 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. It has been recorded 361 times since; its biggest jump was 188,300% on 10 Jun 2025 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 90 days window in Australia.

👕 shirt POD Generic product

First seen: 15 Nov 2022; 3 years ago
Last seen: 19 Sep 2026; 19 Sep 00:02 UTC
Times recorded: 361; 25 window/country combos
Peak: 188,300%; 10 Jun 2025
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇦🇺; US, GB, CA, AU
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D · 90D · 12M · 5Y; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

90D 🇦🇺 Australia best 120%

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 170%

Same period in 2024

22 Jun 2024 – 19 Sep 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 Jul 2026

Searches peak in May–June — 60,500 a month at the top against ~14,125 in January, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by March.

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

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When did "dad tshirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 15 November 2022 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia. It has been recorded 361 times since, peaking at 188,300% on 10 June 2025.
Where is "dad tshirt" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 90 days window for Australia, with a best growth of 120%.
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 170% in 2025, 200% in 2024, against 450% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "dad tshirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 18,100 searches a month over the year to Jul 2026, peaking at 60,500 in Jun 2023. Demand is seasonal — plan for May–June and have listings live by March.
Can I put "dad tshirt" on a shirt or a listing?: It is a generic product term, so the trademark risk is low; the design itself has to be the reason to buy.
Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?: It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts); 8 related rising searches about "dad" 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, 10:25 UTC.