Boys name · California
Chris in California
Chris was the 616th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 47 babies named Chris that year. Since 1912, California families have named 19,112 babies Chris.
Popularity over time
Chris in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | 201st |
| 1928 | 16 | 269th |
| 1944 | 87 | 144th |
| 1960 | 810 | 49th |
| 1977 | 116 | 224th |
| 1993 | 95 | 360th |
| 2009 | 182 | 253rd |
| 2025 | 47 | 616th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 201st in 1912 to 616th in 2025.
The most babies named Chris in California in a single year was 978, in 1961. Its best showing was 42nd among boys names in 1961.
Across the country, Chris reached its best rank of 32nd in Utah (1962). See Chris in every state →
How popular is Chris in California?
Chris was the 616th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 47 babies named Chris that year. Since 1912, California families have named 19,112 babies Chris.
How many babies are named Chris in California?
In 2025, 47 babies were named Chris in California. The most babies named Chris in California in a single year was 978, in 1961.
What is the rank of Chris in California?
Chris ranked 616th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 42nd among boys names in 1961.
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.