When did "hello kitty bape hoodie" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 16 September 2023 in the US, Canada. It has been recorded 213 times since, peaking at 33,300% on 28 February 2026.

Where is "hello kitty bape hoodie" rising right now?

Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 13 September 2026 (US, CA).

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 8,050% in 2025, 15,050% in 2024, against 28,900% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "hello kitty bape hoodie"?

Google Ads counted an average of 4,400 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 6,600 in Jan 2024. Demand holds up across the year.

Can I put "hello kitty bape hoodie" on a shirt or a listing?

Probably not as written: the phrase names a brand, so a listing that uses the brand name risks a takedown. Design around the style or the topic people want, not the name.

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

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

hello kitty bape hoodie

Google Trends rising search · first seen 16 Sep 2023

"hello kitty bape hoodie" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for hoodies, first seen on 16 Sep 2023 in the US and Canada. It has been recorded 213 times since; its biggest jump was 33,300% on 28 Feb 2026 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. It was last seen rising on 13 Sep 2026.

🦸 hoodie POD Brand + product

First seen: 16 Sep 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 13 Sep 2026; 4 days ago
Times recorded: 213; 7 window/country combos
Peak: 33,300%; 28 Feb 2026
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇨🇦; US, CA
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

20 Jun 2025 – 17 Sep 2025 · peak 8,050%

Same period in 2024

20 Jun 2024 – 17 Sep 2024 · peak 15,050%

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 2024

Demand holds up year-round: around 4,400 searches a month, at its best 6,600 in Jan 2024.

~4,400 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "hello kitty bape hoodie" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 16 September 2023 in the US, Canada. It has been recorded 213 times since, peaking at 33,300% on 28 February 2026.
Where is "hello kitty bape hoodie" rising right now?: Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 13 September 2026 (US, CA).
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 8,050% in 2025, 15,050% in 2024, against 28,900% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "hello kitty bape hoodie"?: Google Ads counted an average of 4,400 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 6,600 in Jan 2024. Demand holds up across the year.
Can I put "hello kitty bape hoodie" on a shirt or a listing?: Probably not as written: the phrase names a brand, so a listing that uses the brand name risks a takedown. Design around the style or the topic people want, not the name.
Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?: It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with hoodies); 8 related rising searches about "hello" 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 17 Sep 2026, 18:02 UTC.