Boys name · California
Ian in California
Ian was the 64th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 545 babies named Ian that year. Since 1923, California families have named 35,215 babies Ian.
Popularity over time
Ian in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 5 | 529th |
| 1947 | 12 | 493rd |
| 1960 | 49 | 353rd |
| 1973 | 204 | 132nd |
| 1986 | 495 | 96th |
| 1999 | 592 | 97th |
| 2012 | 879 | 59th |
| 2025 | 545 | 64th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 529th in 1923 to 64th in 2025.
The most babies named Ian in California in a single year was 891, in 2014. Its best showing was 52nd among boys names in 2017.
Across the country, Ian reached its best rank of 26th in Vermont (1994). See Ian in every state →
How popular is Ian in California?
Ian was the 64th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 545 babies named Ian that year. Since 1923, California families have named 35,215 babies Ian.
How many babies are named Ian in California?
In 2025, 545 babies were named Ian in California. The most babies named Ian in California in a single year was 891, in 2014.
What is the rank of Ian in California?
Ian ranked 64th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 52nd among boys names in 2017.
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.