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The Top 25 Trending Halloween Costumes of 2024, According to Google

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Halloween is almost here, and people are excited about costumes. This year, Google Trends shared the top Halloween costume ideas in the United States. These costumes are trending because many people searched for them online.

The most popular costume this year is Shrunken Head Bob. He is a character from the movie Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which has a new sequel out now. Bob wears a big yellow suit and has a tiny head, which makes him look funny!

Other popular costumes include Raygun, a breakdancer who danced at the Olympics but did not win any points, and CatNap, a purple cat from a game called Poppy Playtime. Many costumes this year are based on movies, games, and famous people, like singer Sabrina Carpenter. People are also creating their own costumes, which is a fun trend.

Here is the full list of Google’s top trending costumes of 2024:

  1. Shrunken Head Bob (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  2. Raygun (Australian breakdancer)
  3. CatNap (from the “Poppy Playtime” video game)
  4. Delores (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  5. Pomni (from “The Amazing Digital Circus” series)
  6. Envy (from Inside Out 2)
  7. Red (from Descendants: The Rise of Red)
  8. Dr. Doom (comic book character)
  9. Sabrina Carpenter (pop singer)
  10. Lady Deadpool (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  11. Chipotle burrito
  12. Anger (from the Inside Out franchise)
  13. Disgust (from the Inside Out franchise)
  14. Wolverine (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  15. Anxiety (from Inside Out 2)
  16. Delia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  17. Gambit (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  18. Dune (from the Dune franchise)
  19. Minion (from the Despicable Me franchise)
  20. Shadow the Hedgehog (from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” video game franchise)
  21. Joy (from the Inside Out franchise)
  22. Peely (from the “Fortnite” video game)
  23. Lydia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  24. Soulja Boy (rapper)
  25. Godzilla (from the Godzilla franchise)

Quiz

Why are people excited about costumes?

Who is the most popular costume character in 2024?

Who is Raygun?


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Halloween is right around the corner, and Google Trends just released its list of the top trending costumes in the United States for 2024. These rankings come from people’s searches online in both September 2023 and September 2024, reflecting the costumes with the biggest increase in popularity over the past year.

The number-one costume this year is Shrunken Head Bob from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, a new sequel to the classic 1988 film. Although this character only appears briefly in the movie, his tiny head and bright yellow suit have captured the imagination of fans. Also trending are Raygun, an Australian breakdancer known for her performance at the Paris Olympics, and CatNap, a purple villain cat from the popular game Poppy Playtime.

Costumes inspired by movies, video games, and even real celebrities are making a big comeback this year. Sabrina Carpenter, a singer with summer hit songs, is number nine on the list, and rapper Soulja Boy appears as number 24. Additionally, fans of Inside Out 2 are dressing as characters like Envy, Anger, and Joy, while superhero fans are choosing Lady Deadpool, Wolverine, and Gambit.

Here is the full list of Google’s top trending costumes of 2024:

  1. Shrunken Head Bob (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  2. Raygun (Australian breakdancer)
  3. CatNap (from the “Poppy Playtime” video game)
  4. Delores (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  5. Pomni (from “The Amazing Digital Circus” series)
  6. Envy (from Inside Out 2)
  7. Red (from Descendants: The Rise of Red)
  8. Dr. Doom (comic book character)
  9. Sabrina Carpenter (pop singer)
  10. Lady Deadpool (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  11. Chipotle burrito
  12. Anger (from the Inside Out franchise)
  13. Disgust (from the Inside Out franchise)
  14. Wolverine (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  15. Anxiety (from Inside Out 2)
  16. Delia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  17. Gambit (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  18. Dune (from the Dune franchise)
  19. Minion (from the Despicable Me franchise)
  20. Shadow the Hedgehog (from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” video game franchise)
  21. Joy (from the Inside Out franchise)
  22. Peely (from the “Fortnite” video game)
  23. Lydia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  24. Soulja Boy (rapper)
  25. Godzilla (from the Godzilla franchise)

Quiz

How does Google Trends create the list of top Halloween costumes?

Why has Shrunken Head Bob become popular as a costume this year?

What type of costumes are trending this year?


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Halloween is upon us, and with costumes at the top of everyone’s mind, Google Trends has released its 2024 “Frightgeist” list, identifying the top 25 trending Halloween costumes in the U.S. This list reflects costumes that have seen the biggest rise in Google search interest from September 2023 to September 2024, rather than the most searched overall. In 2024, people are increasingly looking to pop culture for inspiration, with a mix of nostalgic and contemporary icons making appearances.

Claiming the number one spot is Shrunken Head Bob from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the recent sequel to the iconic 1988 film. Although Shrunken Head Bob appears only briefly in the movie, his quirky, tiny-headed look and oversized yellow suit have quickly cemented him as a fan favorite. Other top choices include Raygun, an Australian breakdancer known for her unforgettable yet scoreless routine at the Paris Olympics, and CatNap, a new villainous character from the game Poppy Playtime, set in an abandoned toy factory.

The list is rounded out by other culturally resonant costumes, including a few inspired by Inside Out 2 characters like Envy and Anxiety, as well as superhero icons like Lady Deadpool, Wolverine, and Gambit from the recent Deadpool & Wolverine spinoff. Real-life figures are also making appearances: singer Sabrina Carpenter, known for her summer hits, ranks ninth, while rapper Soulja Boy holds the 24th position. With an interactive map, “Frightgeist” allows users to see costume popularity by region, from Luna Lovegood in Tulsa to Bigfoot in Tallahassee. Google Trends expert noted that “DIY” costumes are particularly popular this year, as people add their own twists to these trendy looks.

Here is the full list of Google’s top trending costumes of 2024:

  1. Shrunken Head Bob (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  2. Raygun (Australian breakdancer)
  3. CatNap (from the “Poppy Playtime” video game)
  4. Delores (from Beetlejuice Beetlejuice)
  5. Pomni (from “The Amazing Digital Circus” series)
  6. Envy (from Inside Out 2)
  7. Red (from Descendants: The Rise of Red)
  8. Dr. Doom (comic book character)
  9. Sabrina Carpenter (pop singer)
  10. Lady Deadpool (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  11. Chipotle burrito
  12. Anger (from the Inside Out franchise)
  13. Disgust (from the Inside Out franchise)
  14. Wolverine (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  15. Anxiety (from Inside Out 2)
  16. Delia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  17. Gambit (from Deadpool & Wolverine)
  18. Dune (from the Dune franchise)
  19. Minion (from the Despicable Me franchise)
  20. Shadow the Hedgehog (from the “Sonic the Hedgehog” video game franchise)
  21. Joy (from the Inside Out franchise)
  22. Peely (from the “Fortnite” video game)
  23. Lydia Deetz (from the Beetlejuice franchise)
  24. Soulja Boy (rapper)
  25. Godzilla (from the Godzilla franchise)

Quiz

What type of data does Google Trends use for its “Frightgeist” list?

Who is the most popular costume choice in 2024, according to Google?

What’s one major trend in Halloween costumes this year?


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