When did "pink bape shirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 31 October 2022 in the US. It has been recorded 168 times since, peaking at 11,850% on 25 January 2026.

Where is "pink bape shirt" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 350%.

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 6,850% in 2025, 7,600% in 2024, against 9,800% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "pink bape shirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 12,100 searches a month over the year to Jul 2026, peaking at 18,100 in May 2026. Demand holds up across the year.

Can I put "pink bape shirt" 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 shirts, hoodies); 8 related rising searches about "pink" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

pink bape shirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 31 Oct 2022

"pink bape shirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for shirts and hoodies, first seen on 31 Oct 2022 in the US. It has been recorded 168 times since; its biggest jump was 11,850% on 25 Jan 2026 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 4 hours window in the US.

👕 shirt 🦸 hoodie POD Brand + product

First seen: 31 Oct 2022; 3 years ago
Last seen: 22 Oct 2026; 22 Oct 08:01 UTC
Times recorded: 168; 7 window/country combos
Peak: 11,850%; 25 Jan 2026
Countries: 🇺🇸; US
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

4H 🇺🇸 United States best 350%

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

25 Jul 2025 – 22 Oct 2025 · peak 6,850%

Same period in 2024

25 Jul 2024 – 22 Oct 2024 · peak 7,600%

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 Jul 2026

Demand holds up year-round: around 12,100 searches a month, at its best 18,100 in May 2026.

~12,100 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "pink bape shirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 31 October 2022 in the US. It has been recorded 168 times since, peaking at 11,850% on 25 January 2026.
Where is "pink bape shirt" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 350%.
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 6,850% in 2025, 7,600% in 2024, against 9,800% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "pink bape shirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 12,100 searches a month over the year to Jul 2026, peaking at 18,100 in May 2026. Demand holds up across the year.
Can I put "pink bape shirt" 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 shirts, hoodies); 8 related rising searches about "pink" 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 22 Oct 2026, 19:28 UTC.