Boys name · California
Arnold in California
Arnold was the 1446th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 12 babies named Arnold that year. Since 1911, California families have named 6,471 babies Arnold.
Popularity over time
Arnold in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 | 84th |
| 1927 | 46 | 146th |
| 1944 | 71 | 161st |
| 1960 | 119 | 224th |
| 1976 | 41 | 409th |
| 1992 | 117 | 323rd |
| 2009 | 29 | 805th |
| 2025 | 12 | 1446th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 84th in 1911 to 1446th in 2025.
The most babies named Arnold in California in a single year was 121, in 1963. Its best showing was 77th among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Arnold reached its best rank of 18th in North Dakota (1924). See Arnold in every state →
How popular is Arnold in California?
Arnold was the 1446th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 12 babies named Arnold that year. Since 1911, California families have named 6,471 babies Arnold.
How many babies are named Arnold in California?
In 2025, 12 babies were named Arnold in California. The most babies named Arnold in California in a single year was 121, in 1963.
What is the rank of Arnold in California?
Arnold ranked 1446th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 77th among boys names in 1913.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.