The state of being liked, admired, or widely favored by the public; popularity.
この店は味もサービスも良くて、若い人に人気がある。
This restaurant has good food and service, and is popular among young people.
新作アニメは放送開始からすぐに人気を集めた。
The new anime quickly gained popularity after it started airing.
彼女は歌手としての人気が高い。
She is very popular as a singer.
このバッグはデザインがかわいいので、店ですぐに人気商品になった。
This bag's design is cute, so it quickly became a popular item in the store.
Refers to the condition or state of something (e.g., market sentiment, tone, or character); the state of being in fashion or in demand.
株式市場の人気が高まると、関連銘柄の株価も上がることが多い。
When market sentiment toward a sector increases, related stocks often rise as well.
最近はアウトドア用品の人気が落ち着いてきた。
Lately, the demand for outdoor gear has settled down.
彼の話し方には親しみやすい人気（ひとけ）がある。
There is a friendly, approachable quality to the way he speaks.