Boys name · California
Ellis in California
Ellis was the 347th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 101 babies named Ellis that year. Since 1912, California families have named 2,553 babies Ellis.
Popularity over time
Ellis in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | 204th |
| 1928 | 11 | 335th |
| 1945 | 12 | 438th |
| 1961 | 15 | 619th |
| 1977 | 13 | 773rd |
| 1993 | 32 | 674th |
| 2009 | 34 | 747th |
| 2025 | 101 | 347th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 204th in 1912 to 347th in 2025.
The most babies named Ellis in California in a single year was 105, in 2017. Its best showing was 150th among boys names in 1915.
Across the country, Ellis reached its best rank of 43rd in Utah (1911). See Ellis in every state →
How popular is Ellis in California?
Ellis was the 347th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 101 babies named Ellis that year. Since 1912, California families have named 2,553 babies Ellis.
How many babies are named Ellis in California?
In 2025, 101 babies were named Ellis in California. The most babies named Ellis in California in a single year was 105, in 2017.
What is the rank of Ellis in California?
Ellis ranked 347th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 150th among boys names in 1915.
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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