Boys name · California
Desmond in California
Desmond was the 342nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 104 babies named Desmond that year. Since 1916, California families have named 3,664 babies Desmond.
Popularity over time
Desmond in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 | 366th |
| 1959 | 9 | 749th |
| 1970 | 12 | 780th |
| 1981 | 26 | 569th |
| 1992 | 69 | 428th |
| 2003 | 49 | 529th |
| 2014 | 139 | 307th |
| 2025 | 104 | 342nd |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 366th in 1916 to 342nd in 2025.
The most babies named Desmond in California in a single year was 139, in 2014. Its best showing was 307th among boys names in 2014.
Across the country, Desmond reached its best rank of 66th in Vermont (2025). See Desmond in every state →
How popular is Desmond in California?
Desmond was the 342nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 104 babies named Desmond that year. Since 1916, California families have named 3,664 babies Desmond.
How many babies are named Desmond in California?
In 2025, 104 babies were named Desmond in California. The most babies named Desmond in California in a single year was 139, in 2014.
What is the rank of Desmond in California?
Desmond ranked 342nd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 307th among boys names in 2014.
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.