Boys name · California
Donovan in California
Donovan was the 376th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 91 babies named Donovan that year. Since 1925, California families have named 8,238 babies Donovan.
Popularity over time
Donovan in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 | 535th |
| 1953 | 7 | 734th |
| 1965 | 21 | 539th |
| 1977 | 40 | 414th |
| 1989 | 104 | 323rd |
| 2001 | 198 | 220th |
| 2013 | 220 | 220th |
| 2025 | 91 | 376th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 535th in 1925 to 376th in 2025.
The most babies named Donovan in California in a single year was 279, in 2005. Its best showing was 186th among boys names in 2003.
Across the country, Donovan reached its best rank of 77th in Vermont (2010). See Donovan in every state →
How popular is Donovan in California?
Donovan was the 376th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 91 babies named Donovan that year. Since 1925, California families have named 8,238 babies Donovan.
How many babies are named Donovan in California?
In 2025, 91 babies were named Donovan in California. The most babies named Donovan in California in a single year was 279, in 2005.
What is the rank of Donovan in California?
Donovan ranked 376th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 186th among boys names in 2003.
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.
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