Boys name · California
Herman in California
Herman was the 1634th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 10 babies named Herman that year. Since 1910, California families have named 4,220 babies Herman.
Popularity over time
Herman in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 10 | 77th |
| 1926 | 40 | 152nd |
| 1943 | 37 | 245th |
| 1959 | 69 | 284th |
| 1975 | 49 | 365th |
| 1991 | 68 | 441st |
| 2008 | 16 | 1227th |
| 2025 | 10 | 1634th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 77th in 1910 to 1634th in 2025.
The most babies named Herman in California in a single year was 69, in 1959. Its best showing was 66th among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Herman reached its best rank of 12th in Alaska (1929). See Herman in every state →
How popular is Herman in California?
Herman was the 1634th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 10 babies named Herman that year. Since 1910, California families have named 4,220 babies Herman.
How many babies are named Herman in California?
In 2025, 10 babies were named Herman in California. The most babies named Herman in California in a single year was 69, in 1959.
What is the rank of Herman in California?
Herman ranked 1634th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 66th among boys names in 1911.
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.