Boys name · California
Edward in California
Edward was the 244th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 152 babies named Edward that year. Since 1910, California families have named 82,329 babies Edward.
Popularity over time
Edward in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 80 | 9th |
| 1926 | 578 | 11th |
| 1943 | 838 | 20th |
| 1959 | 1,344 | 28th |
| 1976 | 814 | 42nd |
| 1992 | 908 | 76th |
| 2009 | 445 | 129th |
| 2025 | 152 | 244th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 9th in 1910 to 244th in 2025.
The most babies named Edward in California in a single year was 1,446, in 1957. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Edward reached its best rank of 2nd in Wisconsin (1911). See Edward in every state →
How popular is Edward in California?
Edward was the 244th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 152 babies named Edward that year. Since 1910, California families have named 82,329 babies Edward.
How many babies are named Edward in California?
In 2025, 152 babies were named Edward in California. The most babies named Edward in California in a single year was 1,446, in 1957.
What is the rank of Edward in California?
Edward ranked 244th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 1913.
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.