The analysis of newly registered domains offers valuable insights into the evolving trends of the domain market. This report highlights key gTLDs, including .com, .online, .top, .org, and .net, providing a detailed breakdown of their registration data and identifying the top-performing registrars. The findings underscore the continued dominance of traditional TLDs while reflecting the rising appeal of emerging alternatives.
1. Distribution of Newly Registered Domains
Between February 5 and 6, 2025, a total of 222,211 domains were registered across 435 monitored gTLDs. The top gTLDs by registration volume were:
- .com: 128,123 (57.7%)
- .online: 8,230 (3.7%)
- .top: 7,634 (3.4%)
- .org: 7,200 (3.2%)
- .net: 7,107 (3.2%)
- .xyz: 6,437 (2.9%)
The .com TLD remains the market leader, accounting for over half of all registrations, reaffirming its position as the most popular and trusted domain extension globally. Meanwhile, emerging TLDs such as .xyz, .top, and .online demonstrated steady growth, highlighting their attractiveness to creative and budget-conscious users. Notably, ABTdomain observed that .shop surpassed 10,000 newly registered domains; however, due to a lack of WHOIS information, this TLD is not included in the detailed analysis of this report.
2. Registrar Distribution Across Key TLDs
a) Newly Registered .com Domains
The .com TLD continues to dominate the domain market, with 128,123 newly registered .com domains on February 7, 2025, accounting for 57.7% of total registrations. This solidifies its position as the most trusted and widely used TLD worldwide, maintaining its unparalleled popularity and reliability.
Top Registrars for .com Domains
The registrar distribution for newly registered .com domains is as follows:
- GoDaddy: 27,413 domains (21.4%)
- Namecheap: 12,763 domains (10.0%)
- Ename: 9,614 domains (7.5%)
- Squarespace: 6,982 domains (5.4%)
- Hostinger: 6,932 domains (5.4%)
Smaller registrars collectively accounted for 34.9%, demonstrating a diverse market beyond the major players. GoDaddy’s leadership aligns with its reputation as a top-choice registrar for businesses.
b) .Newly Registered .online Domains
The .online TLD claimed the second spot in newly registered domains, with 8,230 registrations, accounting for 3.7% of total registrations. Its popularity stems from its versatility and affordability, making it an attractive choice for businesses and individuals looking to establish innovative and creative branding.
Among the 7,634 newly registered .top domains, the key registrars were:
- Namesilo: 1,927 (25.2%)
- Gname: 1,365 (17.9%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,287 (16.9%)
Interestingly, the “Others” category accounts for 41.0%, indicating a fragmented market with numerous smaller registrars contributing significantly.
c) Newly Registered .top Domains
The .top TLD recorded 7,634 newly registered domains, accounting for 3.4% of total registrations. This TLD continues to grow in popularity, especially in regions that prioritize cost-effective domain solutions.
Top Registrars for .top Domains
The leading registrars for newly registered .top domains include:
- Namesilo: 1,927 domains (25.2%)
- Gname: 1,365 domains (17.9%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,287 domains (16.9%)
Namesilo leads the .top market, with significant contributions from Gname and Alibaba Cloud.
d) Newly Registered .org Domains
The .org TLD remains a reliable choice for non-profits and organizations, with 7,200 newly registered .org domains, representing 3.2% of total registrations. Its reputation for trust and credibility continues to make it a preferred option for mission-driven entities.
Top Registrars for .org Domains
The registrar distribution is as follows:
- GoDaddy: 1,677 domains (23.3%)
- Namecheap: 1,081 domains (15.0%)
- Squarespace: 630 domains (8.8%)
The “Others” category represents 41.8%, indicating significant market diversity.
c) Newly Registered .net Domains
The .net TLD recorded 7,107 newly registered domains, accounting for 3.2% of total registrations. It remains a popular alternative, particularly among tech-related businesses, due to its longstanding association with technology and networking.
Top Registrars for .net Domains
The distribution of newly registered .net domains is:
- GoDaddy: 1,584 domains (22.3%)
- Namecheap: 975 domains (13.7%)
- Dynadot: 663 domains (9.3%)
Smaller registrars collectively account for 44.8%, showing a highly fragmented market.
Conclusion
The analysis of newly registered domains underscores the enduring dominance of .com, which accounted for over half of all registrations. At the same time, .online, .top, .org, and .net showed steady growth, offering appealing options for businesses and individuals seeking alternative and innovative branding opportunities.
Key Takeaways:
- Newly registered .com domains lead the market with 57.7% of total registrations.
- Newly registered .online domains are gaining traction, particularly among innovative and cost-conscious users.
- The registrar market remains highly competitive, with GoDaddy and Namecheap leading across multiple TLDs. However, smaller registrars play a significant role in fragmented markets, particularly for TLDs like .online and .net.