Boys name · California
Brandon in California
Brandon was the 226th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 165 babies named Brandon that year. Since 1948, California families have named 91,020 babies Brandon.
Popularity over time
Brandon in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 | 767th |
| 1959 | 36 | 401st |
| 1970 | 422 | 78th |
| 1981 | 1,919 | 22nd |
| 1992 | 3,144 | 14th |
| 2003 | 2,360 | 16th |
| 2014 | 1,023 | 46th |
| 2025 | 165 | 226th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 767th in 1948 to 226th in 2025.
The most babies named Brandon in California in a single year was 3,319, in 1994. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1994.
Across the country, Brandon reached its best rank of 2nd in West Virginia (1994). See Brandon in every state →
How popular is Brandon in California?
Brandon was the 226th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 165 babies named Brandon that year. Since 1948, California families have named 91,020 babies Brandon.
How many babies are named Brandon in California?
In 2025, 165 babies were named Brandon in California. The most babies named Brandon in California in a single year was 3,319, in 1994.
What is the rank of Brandon in California?
Brandon ranked 226th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1994.
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.