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In the digital age, many of us turn to Google to seek answers to our most embarrassing questions—those queries we might hesitate to ask aloud. Whether it’s “Why is my poop green?” or “Are there any Nickelback concerts coming up?”, some searches are certainly more cringe-worthy than others.
Our analysis reveals that the nature of these queries varies significantly by state, highlighting unique concerns and curiosities across the nation. Let’s dive into what each state might feel a little embarrassed about Googling.
Most Fun Findings
- “How is baby made?” Oh Indiana, if you have to ask…
- A lot of people in Tennessee and Florida are worried their homes might be haunted—maybe New Jersey can help with their Ouija boards?
- Alaskans are shopping for dog carriers while Texans ponder if their pets truly love them.
- Speaking of pets, residents of Ohio frequently search, “Does my cat love me?”
- I’m not saying Arkansas has the highest ear bug searches, or that Nebraska has the smelliest feet, but they are definitely leading in those queries.
- Yes, Mississippi, the Earth IS round.
- Utah either REALLY enjoys the movie Baby Geniuses or has a lot of parents convinced they are raising little Einsteins.
- Not to food shame, but searches for mayonnaise recipes (Hawaii) and casseroles (Wyoming) might not be the most refined culinary interests.
- Geography can be tricky—just ask those Googling “Where is Canada?” and “Where is Africa?”
- Kansas leads the pack in searches for Pumpkin Spice Lattes, suggesting they might also be fans of Ugg boots and yoga pants.
- Reality TV reigns supreme in Rhode Island (Love Island) and South Carolina (Live PD).
How We Determined This
By utilizing Google Trends, we identified the most embarrassing search terms for each state. The transparency of Google searches provides a unique insight into people’s thoughts, perhaps leading to a little self-consciousness about their queries.
Our analysis covers searches from August 2022 to August 2023, capturing a year’s worth of intriguing, if not slightly embarrassing, internet inquiries.
We explored a wide variety of terms, from awkward medical questions and reality shows to conspiracy theories and unfashionable trends.
Don’t Stop Googling
Embarrassment is subjective. After all, you might embrace your inner flat Earther or proudly rock your shoulder pads. There are varying degrees of embarrassment; some may feel awkward about their love for a specific movie, while others might be mortified searching for solutions to personal hygiene issues.
Ultimately, it’s far better to ask those awkward questions and gain knowledge or solutions you need. After all, what’s worse than Googling “how is baby made?”—not knowing how babies are made at all!
So crank up that Nickelback, discover that your dog loves you unconditionally, and keep Googling. You’re bound to learn something new!
Below, you can find a table of our complete findings, organized alphabetically.
Embarrassing Google Search
| State | Search |
|---|---|
| Alabama | Shoulder Pads |
| Alaska | Dog Carrier |
| Arizona | Feet Photos |
| Arkansas | Ear Bug |
| California | How to quit a job you just started |
| Colorado | Mumble Rap |
| Connecticut | Sussex Royal Instagram |
| Delaware | Are aliens real |
| Florida | How to get rid of ghost |
| Georgia | Where is Africa |
| Hawaii | Mayonnaise recipe |
| Idaho | How to vape |
| Illinois | What do we breathe out |
| Indiana | How is baby made |
| Iowa | How to get fired |
| Kansas | Pumpkin spice latte |
| Kentucky | How to become a vampire |
| Louisiana | Why do I sweat so much |
| Maine | Disc Golf |
| Maryland | Love is blind |
| Massachusetts | Will Smith Rap |
| Michigan | What am I good at |
| Minnesota | Hacky sack |
| Mississippi | Is the earth round |
| Missouri | How to fake sick |
| New Hampshire | What does Hampshire mean |
| New Jersey | Weegee board |
| New Mexico | Justin Bieber Nudes |
| New York | Velour tracksuits |
| North Carolina | Nicholas Sparks |
| Montana | Nick Nolte |
| Nebraska | Smelly Feet |
| Nevada | Guy Fieri |
| North Dakota | Ok boomer meaning |
| Ohio | Does my cat love me |
| Oklahoma | Bigfoot evidence |
| Oregon | Live Laugh Love |
| Pennsylvania | Nickelback concert |
| Rhode Island | Love Island |
| South Carolina | Live PD |
| South Dakota | Dr. Phil |
| Tennessee | Is my house haunted |
| Texas | Does my dog love me |
| Utah | Baby Geniuses |
| Vermont | Where is Canada |
| Virginia | Royal Family |
| Washington | Bigfoot hunters |
| West Virginia | Why is my poop green |
| Wisconsin | Why do people lie |
| Wyoming | Casserole recipes |
Author
Kathy is the head of content at Zippia with a knack for engaging audiences. Prior to joining Zippia, Kathy worked at Gateway Blend growing audiences across diverse brands. She graduated from Troy University with a degree in Social Science Education.
