Boys name · California
Calvin in California
In 2025, 189 babies born in California were named Calvin, making it the #193 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1913, add up to 13,749.
Popularity over time
Calvin in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1913 | 7 | #212 |
| 1929 | 26 | #196 |
| 1945 | 68 | #176 |
| 1961 | 156 | #192 |
| 1977 | 67 | #317 |
| 1993 | 204 | #235 |
| 2009 | 153 | #274 |
| 2025 | 189 | #193 |
Its busiest year in California was 2018, with 289 Calvin births. Calvin's highest rank in California was #77, set in 1924.
Rank swung between #77 (1924) and #343 (1974) in California, from #212 in 1913 to #193 in 2025.
Nationally, Calvin's strongest state was Oklahoma, where it hit #16 in 1924. See Calvin in every state →
How popular is Calvin in California?
In 2025, 189 babies born in California were named Calvin, making it the #193 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1913, add up to 13,749.
How many babies are named Calvin in California?
In 2025, 189 babies born in California were named Calvin.
What is the rank of Calvin in California?
Calvin's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #193.
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.