Boys name · California
Herman in California
In 2025, 10 babies born in California were named Herman, making it the #1634 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 4,220.
Popularity over time
Herman in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 10 | #77 |
| 1926 | 40 | #152 |
| 1943 | 37 | #245 |
| 1959 | 69 | #284 |
| 1975 | 49 | #365 |
| 1991 | 68 | #441 |
| 2008 | 16 | #1227 |
| 2025 | 10 | #1634 |
No year in California had more Herman births than 1959, when 69 were born. Herman's highest rank in California was #66, set in 1911.
Rank swung between #66 (1911) and #2673 (2012) in California, from #77 in 1910 to #1634 in 2025.
Nationally, Herman's strongest state was Alaska, where it hit #12 in 1929. See Herman in every state →
How popular is Herman in California?
In 2025, 10 babies born in California were named Herman, making it the #1634 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 4,220.
How many babies are named Herman in California?
In 2025, 10 babies born in California were named Herman.
What is the rank of Herman in California?
Herman's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #1634.
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.