This article provides insights into newly registered domains based on data collected by ABTdomain. The analysis includes statistics on TLD distributions, registrar breakdowns, and related observations. All data is derived from WHOIS records and domain registration information. All domains were recorded on Feb 18, 2025, while they might have been registered from Feb 16–18, 2025.
1. Distribution of Newly Registered Domains
A total of 226,338 domains were newly registered across 423 TLDs. The most popular TLDs include:
- .com: 119,122 domains (52.6% of total registrations)
- .xyz: 18,364 domains (8.1%)
- .top: 10,328 domains (4.6%)
- .online: 7,763 domains (3.4%)
- .org: 7,208 domains (3.2%)
Other TLDs, such as .net, .info, .store, .bond, and .site, collectively accounted for a smaller portion of registrations, while 16.0% of the domains were distributed across various other TLDs.
2. Top 5 TLDs registrar analysis
a) Newly Registered .com Domains
The .com TLD continues to dominate the domain registration space, accounting for a staggering 119,122 newly registered domains, which represents 52.6% of all registrations. This reflects the enduring trust and global recognition of the .com extension.
Among the 119,122 newly registered .com domains, the top registrars are:
- Godaddy: 23,347 domains (19.6%)
- Namecheap: 17,822 domains (15.0%)
- Squarespace: 6,841 domains (5.7%)
- Hostinger: 6,832 domains (5.7%)
- Dynadot: 5,051 domains (4.2%)
Smaller registrars collectively managed to secure 36.9% of the total .com registrations, demonstrating a competitive and diverse registrar ecosystem.
b) Newly Registered .xyz Domains
The .xyz TLD continues to gain traction, particularly among tech startups, blockchain projects, and creative industries. 18,364 .xyz domains were registered, making it the second most popular TLD after .com.
Among the 18,364 newly registered .xyz domains, the top registrars are:
- GMO Internet: 10,254 domains (55.8%)
- Godaddy: 2,167 domains (11.8%)
- Namecheap: 1,576 domains (8.6%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,116 domains (6.1%)
- Dynadot: 482 domains (2.6%)
The remaining 15.1% were distributed among smaller registrars, reflecting the diverse appeal of this extension.
c) Newly Registered .top Domains
The .top TLD, often associated with innovative and trend-driven projects, saw 10,328 registrations. Its popularity is growing, particularly in specific niches and regions.
The registrar distribution for .top domains is as follows:
- Namesilo: 2,310 domains (22.4%)
- Gname: 2,143 domains (20.7%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,559 domains (15.1%)
- Dynadot: 1,160 domains (11.2%)
- Wdomain: 875 domains (8.5%)
The remaining 22.1% of .top registrations were distributed among various smaller registrars, indicating its appeal across different markets.
d) Newly Registered .online Domains
The .online TLD recorded 7,763 newly registered domains, demonstrating its continued relevance for businesses and individuals seeking a modern and flexible online identity.
The top registrars for .online domains include:
- Godaddy: 1,146 domains (14.8%)
- Namecheap: 870 domains (11.2%)
- Above: 852 domains (11.0%)
- Reg: 719 domains (9.3%)
- Hostinger: 592 domains (7.6%)
Smaller registrars collectively handled 46.2% of the total .online registrations, reflecting a relatively fragmented market.
e) Newly Registered .org Domains
The .org TLD remains a go-to choice for nonprofits, advocacy groups, and educational institutions. In February 2025, 7,208 .org domains were newly registered.
Among the 7,208 newly registered .org domains, the top registrars are:
- Godaddy: 1,479 domains (20.5%)
- Namecheap: 1,187 domains (16.5%)
- Squarespace: 604 domains (8.4%)
- Tucows: 422 domains (5.9%)
- Hostinger: 348 domains (4.8%)
A significant 44.0% of the total .org registrations were distributed among smaller registrars, reflecting a diverse and decentralized market.
3. Key Takeaways
- .com remains the dominant TLD, accounting for over half of all newly registered domains. Major registrars like Godaddy and Namecheap continue to lead the market.
- .xyz is gaining popularity, driven by its appeal among tech-savvy users and creative industries.
- .top, .online, and .org show steady adoption, with diverse registrar distributions across these TLDs.
<pThis analysis highlights the evolving domain registration landscape and the growing competition among registrars. All data is based on ABTdomain’s newly registered domain database and WHOIS database. If you want to download our database, please visit ABTdomain Members.