When did "pokemon sweatshirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 21 August 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada. It has been recorded 78 times since, peaking at 23,550% on 18 December 2024.

Where is "pokemon sweatshirt" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 80%.

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 18,050% in 2024, against 18,950% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "pokemon sweatshirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 2,400 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 12,100 in Nov 2022. Demand is seasonal — plan for November–December and have listings live by September.

Can I put "pokemon sweatshirt" 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 sweatshirts); 8 related rising searches about "pokemon" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

pokemon sweatshirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 21 Aug 2023

"pokemon sweatshirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for sweatshirts, first seen on 21 Aug 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom and Canada. It has been recorded 78 times since; its biggest jump was 23,550% on 18 Dec 2024 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 4 hours window in the US.

🧥 sweatshirt POD Design topic ⚠️ Needs a licence

First seen: 21 Aug 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 7 Oct 2026; 7 Oct 20:00 UTC
Times recorded: 78; 11 window/country combos
Peak: 23,550%; 18 Dec 2024
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦; US, GB, CA
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D · 90D · 12M; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

4H 🇺🇸 United States best 80%

Last 90 daysLast 24 months

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

Same period in 2024

11 Jul 2024 – 8 Oct 2024 · peak 18,050%

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 Aug 2026

Searches peak in November–December — 12,100 a month at the top against ~1,225 in June, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by September.

~2,400 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "pokemon sweatshirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 21 August 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada. It has been recorded 78 times since, peaking at 23,550% on 18 December 2024.
Where is "pokemon sweatshirt" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 80%.
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 18,050% in 2024, against 18,950% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "pokemon sweatshirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 2,400 searches a month over the year to Aug 2026, peaking at 12,100 in Nov 2022. Demand is seasonal — plan for November–December and have listings live by September.
Can I put "pokemon sweatshirt" 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 sweatshirts); 8 related rising searches about "pokemon" 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 8 Oct 2026, 13:13 UTC.