Boys name · California
Diego in California
Diego was the 74th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 499 babies named Diego that year. Since 1926, California families have named 39,670 babies Diego.
Popularity over time
Diego in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1926 | 8 | 394th |
| 1963 | 9 | 789th |
| 1974 | 32 | 448th |
| 1984 | 136 | 232nd |
| 1994 | 540 | 114th |
| 2004 | 1,991 | 23rd |
| 2015 | 911 | 51st |
| 2025 | 499 | 74th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 394th in 1926 to 74th in 2025.
The most babies named Diego in California in a single year was 2,753, in 2006. Its best showing was 10th among boys names in 2007.
Across the country, Diego reached its best rank of 7th in New Mexico (2006). See Diego in every state →
How popular is Diego in California?
Diego was the 74th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 499 babies named Diego that year. Since 1926, California families have named 39,670 babies Diego.
How many babies are named Diego in California?
In 2025, 499 babies were named Diego in California. The most babies named Diego in California in a single year was 2,753, in 2006.
What is the rank of Diego in California?
Diego ranked 74th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 10th among boys names in 2007.
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.