Teens' favorite people to follow on social media in 2020 include fashion icons, established YouTubers, and Charli D'Amelio

Considering that social media like Instagram and YouTube have become constants in our lives for communication and entertainment, it should come as no surprise that these platforms are producing some of Generation Z's most popular and beloved stars and celebrities.

The biannual report of teens was released Wednesday , based on a survey conducted by financial analysts at Piper Sandler (formerly Piper Jaffray) of 5,200 teens around the United States. As part of the survey, teens were asked about their favorite brands, spending behaviors, and tech preferences. This year, spending among the teens was the lowest reported in the survey since 2011 likely due to the results' overlap with the coronavirus outbreak.

The most recent survey also sheds further insight on Generation Z's social media behaviors. Although short-video platform TikTok has been on a meteoric rise in the US since it arrived in 2018, the app still has yet to reach the popularity and level of usage of Instagram or Snapchat among teens.

As for teens' favorite influencers and personalities to follow on social media, many of the names on the most recent list are the same that appeared on the Fall 2019 survey . However, there are some new names on the list, including Charli D'Amelio, the No. 1 creator on TikTok.

Here are the 10 influencer personalities who teens named as their favorite to follow on social media:

10. PewDiePie (aka Felix Kjellberg)

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Top social media platform: YouTube 104 million subscribers

PewDiePie, aka Felix Kjellberg, is the most-followed solo creator on YouTube. He got his start doing gaming walkthroughs and reviews, and has since moved onto popular coverage of viral videos, funny memes, and weird internet ephemera. Kjellberg has also attracted negative attention for a long history of offensive racist and anti-Semitic remarks , for which YouTube has punished him.

9. Gary Vee (aka Gary Vaynerchuk)

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Top social media platform: Instagram 7.8 million followers

Gary Vee may be a lot older than the other YouTube stars on this list, but that's hasn't stopped teens from following him loyally. His resume includes founding several companies and embarking on a number of investing and entrepreneurship opportunities, but online he's more of a motivational speaker. In energetic videos on YouTube and Instagram, Gary Vee shares with his audience advice and strategies for improving their social media presence and business strategy.

8. Kevin Hart

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Top social media platform: Instagram 88.2 million followers

Kevin Hart is a prolific comedian and actor who is as popular as he is controversial: He was slotted to host the Oscars in 2019, but stepped down after anti-LGBTQ tweets and stand-up jokes were resurfaced. His content on Instagram includes comedic skits and snippets of his life with his three kids.

7. Emma Chamberlain

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Top social media platform: Instagram 9.1 million followers

Emma Chamberlain is known for her goofy vlogs and candid videos, and has attracted significant attention from teens who see her as someone relatable . Her influence has also been recognized by, and integrated into, mainstream culture and fame: She's been credited with boosting the popularity of the VSCO girl aesthetic that took over Generation Z during the summer of 2019.

6. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

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Top social media platform: Instagram 177 million followers

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson the pro wrestler turned actor has made a major name for himself online, accruing more followers on Instagram than Kylie Jenner or Beyonc. He posts everything from workout regimens, behind-the-scenes shots from his film sets, and cute moments with his kids and wife.

5. Charli DAmelio

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Top social media platform: TikTok 46.6 million followers

Charli D'Amelio took over the title of TikTok's biggest star in March 2020. After launching her channel in June 2019, the 15-year-old from Connecticut rocketed to the top of TikTok in just a matter of months through choreographed dances to viral songs. Her breakout success has led her to securing a spot in Hype House, a cameo appearance in a Super Bowl commercial, and a contract with a premier talent agency .

4. Donald Trump

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Top social media platform: Twitter 76.3 million followers

The president of the United States is known for tweeting often about both personal and political matters. He's tweeted out official White House administration changes , racist remarks about a congresswoman , and typo-riddled posts that have spurred their own memes.

3. Kylie Jenner

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Top social media platform: Instagram 169 million followers

As a member of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, Kylie Jenner has been in the media spotlight since she was 10 years old. Now, Jenner is one of the most popular stars on Instagram, has a daughter named Stormi, and runs Kylie Cosmetics, a wildly popular make-up company valued at $900 million .

2. LeBron James

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Top social media platform: Instagram 62.7 million followers

Professional basketball player LeBron James is one of the most well-known NBA stars, and arguably one of the best of all time. He's the most followed American athlete on Instagram, where he shares photos of both his Los Angeles Lakers team and his family, including their Taco Tuesday night that he attempted (and failed) to trademark in 2019.

1. David Dobrik

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Top social media platform: YouTube 16.6 million subscribers

David Dobrik is only 23, but he's been one of the most recognizable social media stars for years. He was one of the most popular stars on Vine before the app shut down, and runs a popular YouTube channel with vlogs and elaborate challenges. Dobrik has turned his empire into a net worth estimated at $7 million and has earned himself an incredibly loyal fanbase.