The Most Searched Word on Google 2024 and 2025

Ever wonder what the world is really obsessed with? We’re a few away from 2025, and the search data is in! What people are typing into that little Google bar is more than just a passing curiosity; it’s a digital diary of our deepest obsessions, and let’s just say, the results are wild! From viral dance trends to unexpected tech surges, this year’s search list has all the tea you could ever want.

The big shocker?

The most searched word isn’t some A-list celeb or a viral challenge. It’s YouTube! With a staggering 1.1 billion searches globally, it’s clear that we can’t get enough of our favorite cat videos and celebrity tell-alls. That’s right, YouTube dominates the digital landscape, proving that even with the rise of TikTok and short-form content, the classic video platform is still the queen of clicks.

650 Million Searches

Coming in hot at number two is Facebook, with over 650 million searches. It seems everyone is still checking up on their high school crushes and keeping up with family drama, even in the age of Instagram and Threads. Some things just never go out of style!

But what about the truly juicy stuff?

The “what’s the buzz?” searches that have us all talking? A few breakout stars have made their way into the top ranks. ChatGPT has been climbing the charts with over 30 million searches, proving that we’re all a little bit addicted to asking a robot for advice. And of course, the ever-so-useful “weather” search is a must, with over 55 million of us checking if we need an umbrella before leaving the house.

We simply can’t ignore the drama of 2024

Forget about what we think we know about 2025’s search trends. We need to give a proper nod to the year that came before. Last year was a whirlwind, and the top Google searches prove it. The world was on the edge of its seat with not one, but two major global sporting events dominating the search bar: the Copa América and the UEFA European Championship.

Celebrity scandals and tragedies

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But it wasn’t just about sports. The world was also fixated on celebrity scandals and tragedies. The most searched person of the year was, of course, the ever-controversial Donald Trump, who swept headlines with his legal battles and victorious presidential campaign. And sadly, we all paused to remember the life of One Direction’s Liam Payne, whose passing became a top-trending search.

And of course, we can’t forget the culture! The movie that had everyone sobbing and laughing was none other than Inside Out 2, which topped the charts for films. And the song that was constantly stuck in everyone’s heads? Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” took the world by storm.

So, while the final “Year in Search” report for 2025 is still to come, one thing is clear: we’re a nation obsessed with video, social connections, and yes, even the mundane details of our daily lives. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a few million YouTube videos to catch up on!