Despite the MCU's Success, the Most Popular Superhero In the U.S. Belongs to DC
Sorry, Marvel, but DC claims the best superhero.
The fierce rivalry between DC and Marvel is no secret, with both comic giants constantly competingâand their fanbases just as eager to debate which universe has the best characters. One of the biggest arguments? Who reigns supreme as the best female superhero. Now, thanks to a deep dive into Google Trends, fans finally have a definitive answer straight from the people themselves.
...it was surprising to see Supergirl and Batgirl each claim only one state, considering their traditionally strong popularity.
To determine the most popular female superhero in the United States, PrivacyJournal.netâa digital resource specializing in online privacy, cybersecurity, and digital safetyâconducted a comprehensive analysis using Google Trends data from the past 12 months.
By examining search trends, they identified the most searched-for female superhero in each state, revealing a clear winner. While 10 different heroines claimed the top spot in various states, one dominated by a landslide, ranking as the most searched in 31 statesâWonder Woman.
Wonder Woman Dominates as Most Popular Female Superhero in the USAMain Cover by Daniel Sampere & Tomeu Morey for Tom Kingâs Wonder Woman #14 (2024)
Wonder Womanâs overwhelming popularity was evident in PrivacyJournal.netâs findings, as she ranked as the most searched female superhero in 31 out of 50 states, primarily dominating the Midwest and Northeast. The states where Wonder Woman came out on top include Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New York, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Hawaii. With such a staggering geographic reach, Wonder Woman has once again proven that she isnât just DCâs premier heroineâsheâs a dominant force across all of comics.
Dianaâs stronghold over 31 states reinforces the lasting power of her 80-year legacy, a popularity undoubtedly bolstered by the success of the Wonder Woman films starring Gal Gadot. Her presence across both liberal-leaning and conservative states highlights her ability to transcend political divides, making her a universally beloved hero. However, one surprising exception stands outâWonder Woman did not claim Washington D.C., a territory she frequently operates out of in both comics and films. Instead, Captain Marvel took the top spot in the nationâs capital, marking an interesting factoid in popularity.
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The data gathered by PrivacyJournal.net goes beyond just identifying the most popular female superheroâit also provides insight into the runners-up. While no heroine came close to matching Wonder Womanâs dominance, several still made a strong showing across various states. Starfire, Captain Marvel, Black Widow, Jessica Jones, Invisible Woman, Power Girl, Valkyrie, Batgirl, and Supergirl each claimed at least one state. Coming in second place was DCâs Starfire, who secured six statesâArizona, Georgia, Maryland, Michigan, South Carolina, and Vermont. Her popularity undoubtedly stems from her Teen Titans fanbase, but her presence on this list suggests her appeal extends beyond her team affiliations.
Following Starfire was Captain Marvel, who claimed Florida, Montana, North Dakota, and the District of Columbia. Black Widow locked down three statesâLouisiana, Wyoming, and Massachusettsâwhile Jessica Jones took Nevada and Illinois. The remaining heroines each dominated a single state: Invisible Woman in Alaska, Power Girl in California, Valkyrie in Maine, Batgirl in Texas, and Supergirl in New Jersey. With an even split of five heroines from both DC and Marvel making the list, DC ultimately emerged as the clear leader in female superhero popularity, thanks to Wonder Womanâs overwhelming 31-state sweep and Starfireâs strong six-state presence.
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While Wonder Woman claiming the top spot as the most popular female superhero was expectedâgiven her status alongside Batman and Supermanâit was surprising to see Supergirl and Batgirl each claim only one state, considering their traditionally strong popularity. This shift suggests an evolving fan preference when it comes to female heroes. However, with James Gunnâs Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow set to release in 2026, the film could reignite interest in the heroine and boost her popularity, even if she doesnât quite reach Wonder Womanâs level.
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Source: PrivacyJournal.Net