Google Unveils Top 25 Most-Searched Halloween Costumes for 2025

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These are the Halloween costumes everyone is Googling

If you’re wondering what everyone’s planning to dress up as this Halloween, one phenomenon is dominating the rankings, according to Google search data: “K-Pop Demon Hunters.” Six of this year’s top 10 most-searched costumes come from the hit movie, with characters like Rumi, Zoey, Mira, Jinu and even Derpy the tiger making the list. 

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But Google’s “Frightgeist” search data shows that people are inspired by the usual mix of pop culture moments — “Wicked’s” Elphaba and Glinda are both on the list, Minecraft’s Chicken Jockey appeals to the gaming crowd, and classics like The Lorax and Hamilton prove timeless characters never really go out of style.

In this article: Rumi (from “K-Pop Demon Hunters”), Chicken Jockey (from Minecraft) and Elphaba (from “Wicked”)

Want to have one of the trendiest costumes this year? Other options include Nightwing from DC Comics, various video game characters and other streaming series favorites. To help you get a head start on Halloween shopping, we rounded up some costumes from the most-searched list.

Shop this year’s must-have Halloween costumes

Rumi (from “K-Pop Demon Hunters”)

Rumi is the No. 1 most-searched costume this year, and it’s easy to see why — ”K-Pop Demon Hunters” is Netflix’s most streamed movie ever, while songs from the film have dominated the charts all summer. The costume includes the signature outfit elements that make Rumi instantly recognizable.

Zoey (from “K-Pop Demon Hunters”)

The No. 2 costume on the list is Zoey from “K-Pop Demon Hunters.” If you have siblings or a group of friends who want to dress up together, these costumes are a great way to go.

Mira (from “K-Pop Demon Hunters”)

No. 3 on the list is — you guessed it — Mira from “K-Pop Demon Hunters.” The fan-favorite character may be a little prickly on the surface, but she knows the meaning of friendship — and she makes for a great Halloween costume.

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Chicken Jockey (from Minecraft)

This Chicken Jockey costume brings the Minecraft character to life, making it look like you’re riding the chicken. It’s easy to step into and inflatable so it’s comfortable to wear for parties or trick-or-treating.

Elphaba (from “Wicked”)

“Wicked” is a phenomenon, and that means Elphaba is high on the costume list this year. If you get this costume, just don’t forget the green face paint to go with it.

The Lorax

The Lorax is a classic costume that never goes out of style, and this orange bodysuit comes in both kids’ and adults’ sizes.

Hamilton

If you love musical theater (or history class), you’ll probably love this costume, which lets you dress up as the $10 founding father for Halloween.

Nightwing

One of this year’s most-searched costumes is the DC Comics villain Nightwing, and this costume allows kids to embody the bad guy with a padded suit, boots and a mask.

Glinda (from “Wicked”)

Be the good witch from “Wicked” with this sparkling dress in signature pink, plus glittering accessories. It’s sure to be “popular” on Halloween.

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