Boys name · California
Cole in California
Cole was the 259th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 144 babies named Cole that year. Since 1942, California families have named 14,093 babies Cole.
Popularity over time
Cole in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 6 | 565th |
| 1961 | 12 | 676th |
| 1971 | 15 | 672nd |
| 1982 | 68 | 340th |
| 1993 | 291 | 180th |
| 2004 | 492 | 125th |
| 2014 | 274 | 189th |
| 2025 | 144 | 259th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 565th in 1942 to 259th in 2025.
The most babies named Cole in California in a single year was 614, in 2000. Its best showing was 94th among boys names in 2000.
Across the country, Cole reached its best rank of 8th in North Dakota (2001). See Cole in every state →
How popular is Cole in California?
Cole was the 259th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 144 babies named Cole that year. Since 1942, California families have named 14,093 babies Cole.
How many babies are named Cole in California?
In 2025, 144 babies were named Cole in California. The most babies named Cole in California in a single year was 614, in 2000.
What is the rank of Cole in California?
Cole ranked 259th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 94th among boys names in 2000.
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.