Boys name · California
Charlie in California
Charlie was the 171st most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 229 babies named Charlie that year. Since 1911, California families have named 8,414 babies Charlie.
Popularity over time
Charlie in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 99th |
| 1927 | 38 | 162nd |
| 1944 | 43 | 222nd |
| 1960 | 87 | 263rd |
| 1976 | 36 | 432nd |
| 1992 | 100 | 355th |
| 2009 | 170 | 262nd |
| 2025 | 229 | 171st |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 99th in 1911 to 171st in 2025.
The most babies named Charlie in California in a single year was 229, in 2025. Its best showing was 99th among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Charlie reached its best rank of 8th in Georgia (1910). See Charlie in every state →
How popular is Charlie in California?
Charlie was the 171st most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 229 babies named Charlie that year. Since 1911, California families have named 8,414 babies Charlie.
How many babies are named Charlie in California?
In 2025, 229 babies were named Charlie in California. The most babies named Charlie in California in a single year was 229, in 2025.
What is the rank of Charlie in California?
Charlie ranked 171st among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 99th among boys names in 1911.
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.