Boys name · California
Clifton in California
Clifton was the 2540th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 5 babies named Clifton that year. Since 1912, California families have named 2,624 babies Clifton.
Popularity over time
Clifton in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | 230th |
| 1927 | 13 | 300th |
| 1942 | 18 | 319th |
| 1957 | 60 | 297th |
| 1971 | 23 | 538th |
| 1986 | 43 | 482nd |
| 2001 | 7 | 1748th |
| 2025 | 5 | 2540th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 230th in 1912 to 2540th in 2025.
The most babies named Clifton in California in a single year was 68, in 1955. Its best showing was 161st among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Clifton reached its best rank of 37th in Delaware (1916). See Clifton in every state →
How popular is Clifton in California?
Clifton was the 2540th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 5 babies named Clifton that year. Since 1912, California families have named 2,624 babies Clifton.
How many babies are named Clifton in California?
In 2025, 5 babies were named Clifton in California. The most babies named Clifton in California in a single year was 68, in 1955.
What is the rank of Clifton in California?
Clifton ranked 2540th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 161st among boys names in 1913.
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.