Boys name · California
Hugh in California
Hugh was the 819th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 30 babies named Hugh that year. Since 1911, California families have named 3,685 babies Hugh.
Popularity over time
Hugh in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 6 | 114th |
| 1927 | 53 | 131st |
| 1944 | 63 | 174th |
| 1960 | 63 | 314th |
| 1976 | 14 | 738th |
| 1992 | 13 | 1166th |
| 2009 | 18 | 1121st |
| 2025 | 30 | 819th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 114th in 1911 to 819th in 2025.
The most babies named Hugh in California in a single year was 75, in 1958. Its best showing was 89th among boys names in 1916.
Across the country, Hugh reached its best rank of 13th in Georgia (1916). See Hugh in every state →
How popular is Hugh in California?
Hugh was the 819th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 30 babies named Hugh that year. Since 1911, California families have named 3,685 babies Hugh.
How many babies are named Hugh in California?
In 2025, 30 babies were named Hugh in California. The most babies named Hugh in California in a single year was 75, in 1958.
What is the rank of Hugh in California?
Hugh ranked 819th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 89th among boys names in 1916.
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.