Boys name · California
Erik in California
Erik was the 369th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 94 babies named Erik that year. Since 1939, California families have named 31,751 babies Erik.
Popularity over time
Erik in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 6 | 490th |
| 1951 | 18 | 417th |
| 1964 | 262 | 133rd |
| 1976 | 447 | 77th |
| 1988 | 756 | 75th |
| 2000 | 605 | 97th |
| 2013 | 237 | 209th |
| 2025 | 94 | 369th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 490th in 1939 to 369th in 2025.
The most babies named Erik in California in a single year was 1,002, in 1991. Its best showing was 51st among boys names in 1970.
Across the country, Erik reached its best rank of 45th in Rhode Island (1969). See Erik in every state →
How popular is Erik in California?
Erik was the 369th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 94 babies named Erik that year. Since 1939, California families have named 31,751 babies Erik.
How many babies are named Erik in California?
In 2025, 94 babies were named Erik in California. The most babies named Erik in California in a single year was 1,002, in 1991.
What is the rank of Erik in California?
Erik ranked 369th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 51st among boys names in 1970.
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.