Boys name · California
Edgar in California
Edgar was the 249th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 150 babies named Edgar that year. Since 1911, California families have named 30,127 babies Edgar.
Popularity over time
Edgar in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 7 | 101st |
| 1927 | 48 | 143rd |
| 1944 | 28 | 278th |
| 1960 | 46 | 364th |
| 1976 | 213 | 147th |
| 1992 | 1,101 | 62nd |
| 2009 | 518 | 113th |
| 2025 | 150 | 249th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 101st in 1911 to 249th in 2025.
The most babies named Edgar in California in a single year was 1,229, in 1990. Its best showing was 54th among boys names in 1990.
Across the country, Edgar reached its best rank of 29th in Delaware (1915). See Edgar in every state →
How popular is Edgar in California?
Edgar was the 249th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 150 babies named Edgar that year. Since 1911, California families have named 30,127 babies Edgar.
How many babies are named Edgar in California?
In 2025, 150 babies were named Edgar in California. The most babies named Edgar in California in a single year was 1,229, in 1990.
What is the rank of Edgar in California?
Edgar ranked 249th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 54th among boys names in 1990.
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.