Popularity comparison

Madonna vs Whitney Houston

Person Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 20, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Madonna is the most popular at 9.8, followed by Whitney Houston at 5.6. Madonna has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 10.1. Whitney Houston has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 47.6 during Apr 22 – May 21, 2023.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

MAMadonna9.864% · #163 in People

WHWhitney Houston5.636% · #522 in People

1-Year AverageDaily average

MAMadonna10.157% · #153 in People

WHWhitney Houston7.543% · #354 in People

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

MAMadonna31.240% · #878 in People · Jan 17 – Feb 15, 2023

WHWhitney Houston47.660% · #458 in People · Apr 22 – May 21, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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