Boys name · California
Clifton in California
In 2025, 5 babies born in California were named Clifton, making it the #2540 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 2,624.
Popularity over time
Clifton in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | #230 |
| 1927 | 13 | #300 |
| 1942 | 18 | #319 |
| 1957 | 60 | #297 |
| 1971 | 23 | #538 |
| 1986 | 43 | #482 |
| 2001 | 7 | #1748 |
| 2025 | 5 | #2540 |
No year in California had more Clifton births than 1955, when 68 were born. Its highest rank in California came in 1913, at #161.
Its rank among boys names in California ran from #161 in 1913 to #2601 in 2008, starting at #230 in 1912 and ending at #2540 in 2025.
Delaware gave Clifton its highest national rank, #37, in 1916. See Clifton in every state →
How popular is Clifton in California?
In 2025, 5 babies born in California were named Clifton, making it the #2540 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 2,624.
How many babies are named Clifton in California?
In 2025, 5 babies born in California were named Clifton.
What is the rank of Clifton in California?
Clifton's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #2540.
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.