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 19, 2025, while they might have been registered from Feb 17–19, 2025.
1. Distribution of Newly Registered Domains
A total of 234,696 domains were newly registered across 452 TLDs. The most popular TLDs are as follows:
- .com: 132,550 domains (56.5% of total registrations)
- .xyz: 11,473 domains (4.9%)
- .top: 10,377 domains (4.4%)
- .org: 8,062 domains (3.4%)
- .net: 6,814 domains (2.9%)
Other TLDs, such as .info, .store, .bond, .site, and others collectively accounted for a smaller portion of registrations. Meanwhile, 16.8% of the domains were distributed across various other TLDs.
2. Top 5 TLDs Registrar Analysis
a) Newly Registered .com Domains
The .com TLD remains the most dominant, accounting for 132,550 newly registered domains, representing 56.5% of all registrations. This highlights the continued global preference for the .com extension due to its reliability and widespread recognition.
Among the 132,550 newly registered .com domains, the top registrars are:
- GoDaddy: 29,845 domains (22.5%)
- Namecheap: 17,994 domains (13.6%)
- Squarespace: 7,430 domains (5.6%)
- Hostinger: 7,021 domains (5.3%)
- Tucows: 5,086 domains (3.8%)
Smaller registrars collectively managed 34.9% of the total .com registrations, showcasing the diversity and competitiveness of the market.
b) Newly Registered .xyz Domains
The .xyz TLD continues to gain traction, particularly among tech startups, blockchain projects, and creative industries. A total of 11,473 .xyz domains were registered, making it the second most popular TLD after .com.
Among the 11,473 newly registered .xyz domains, the top registrars are:
- Alibaba Cloud: 4,273 domains (37.2%)
- Namecheap: 1,757 domains (15.3%)
- GMO Internet: 1,523 domains (13.3%)
- GoDaddy: 1,227 domains (10.7%)
- Dynadot: 527 domains (4.6%)
The remaining 18.9% were distributed among smaller registrars, reflecting the broad adoption of this extension. Thanks to special offers from Alibaba Cloud, GMO, and Namecheap, .xyz maintains its position as the second most popular TLD in newly registered domains.
c) Newly Registered .top Domains
The .top TLD, often associated with innovative and trend-driven projects, recorded 10,377 registrations. Its popularity is growing, particularly in niche markets and specific regions.
The registrar distribution for .top domains is as follows:
- Gname: 2,239 domains (21.6%)
- Dynadot: 2,129 domains (20.5%)
- NameSilo: 2,074 domains (20.0%)
- Alibaba Cloud: 1,544 domains (14.9%)
- Spaceship: 588 domains (5.7%)
The remaining 17.4% of .top registrations were spread across various smaller registrars, highlighting its appeal across different markets.
d) Newly Registered .org Domains
The .org TLD remains a popular choice for nonprofits, advocacy groups, and educational institutions. In February 2025, 8,062 .org domains were newly registered.
The top registrars for .org domains are:
- GoDaddy: 1,606 domains (19.9%)
- Namecheap: 1,355 domains (16.8%)
- Squarespace: 605 domains (7.5%)
- Tucows: 471 domains (5.8%)
- Spaceship: 438 domains (5.4%)
Other registrars collectively registered 44.5% of .org domains, reflecting a decentralized market.
e) Newly Registered .net Domains
A total of 6,814 .net domains were newly registered. The .net TLD continues to serve as a reliable alternative for businesses and individuals.
The top registrars for .net domains are:
- GoDaddy: 1,249 domains (18.3%)
- Namecheap: 1,132 domains (16.6%)
- Squarespace: 444 domains (6.5%)
- Hostinger: 276 domains (4.1%)
- Tucows: 259 domains (3.8%)
The remaining 50.7% were distributed among smaller registrars.
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, .org, and .net TLDs show steady adoption, with diverse registrar distributions across these extensions.
This 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. For more details or to download our database, please visit ABTdomain Members.
This 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.