New York Ranks Second Nationally for Valentine's Day Proposals

Engagement ring searches in the state soar as classic styles take center stage.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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New data shows New York ranks second highest in the entire country for Valentine's Day proposal likelihood this year, with engagement ring searches more than double the national average. The study also found that round cut diamonds and gold bands are the most popular engagement ring styles among New Yorkers.

Why it matters

Valentine's Day has long been one of the most popular proposal dates, and New York's high ranking for proposals suggests the state is a major hotspot for engagements during this romantic season. The preference for traditional ring styles also reflects how many New Yorkers are planning meaningful moments this time of year.

The details

Walters Wedding Estates analyzed engagement ring shopping and proposal planning searches from November through January, and found that New York stood out with more than double the national average for engagement-related searches. The study also looked at the most popular engagement ring styles in each state, and discovered that round cut diamonds and gold bands topped the list for New Yorkers.

  • Engagement ring searches spike in November through January, indicating a rise in February proposals.
  • Valentine's Day is one of the most popular proposal dates of the year.

The players

Walters Wedding Estates

A company that analyzed engagement ring shopping and proposal planning searches across the United States.

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The takeaway

New York's high ranking for Valentine's Day proposals and preference for classic engagement ring styles suggests the state is a major hotspot for romantic, meaningful engagements during this time of year.