Bitcoin has surged in popularity, becoming one of the most searched terms in the United States, beating out other high-profile topics such as guns and politics.
The digital currency has managed to outshine even daily necessities and expenses, such as hamburgers, religion, and child support.
This observation is based on an analysis of Bitcoin’s search popularity, utilizing search volume data obtained from Ahrefs.
The data shows that Bitcoin was the top search term in the US in 2021, with the state of Nevada recording the highest search volume for the cryptocurrency.
California and New York also ranked high in terms of Bitcoin searches. This suggests that residents of the state are showing an increasing interest in the digital currency, potentially driven by its growing adoption and impact on the global economy.
As for other popular search terms, former President Donald Trump comes in second place, while Breaking News ranks third.
Other top searches include Elvis Presley in fourth place, Disney World in fifth, and Spiderman in sixth.
Furthermore, essential expenses like student loans and car insurance also feature among the most searched terms.
The increasing interest in Bitcoin is further demonstrated by its growing popularity in countries around the world.
In El Salvador, where Bitcoin was adopted as legal tender in September 2021, the cryptocurrency has a Google Trends score of 100. Other countries with high search interest for Bitcoin include Nigeria, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Switzerland.
While some regions, such as Japan and Indonesia, have comparatively lower search interest, the global trend toward increased curiosity in Bitcoin is undeniable.
