Boys name · California
Bruce in California
In 2025, 72 babies born in California were named Bruce, making it the #444 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1911, add up to 30,783.
Popularity over time
Bruce in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 | #129 |
| 1927 | 74 | #98 |
| 1944 | 411 | #38 |
| 1960 | 817 | #47 |
| 1976 | 105 | #230 |
| 1992 | 85 | #386 |
| 2009 | 84 | #404 |
| 2025 | 72 | #444 |
The most Bruce births in California in a single year was 1,253, in 1952. Bruce's highest rank in California was #25, set in 1949.
Rank swung between #25 (1949) and #489 (2010) in California, from #129 in 1911 to #444 in 2025.
Nationally, Bruce's strongest state was New Hampshire, where it hit #12 in 1947. See Bruce in every state →
How popular is Bruce in California?
In 2025, 72 babies born in California were named Bruce, making it the #444 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1911, add up to 30,783.
How many babies are named Bruce in California?
California recorded 72 births of babies named Bruce in 2025.
What is the rank of Bruce in California?
Bruce ranked #444 among boys names in California in 2025.
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.