Boys name · California
Isaiah in California
Isaiah was the 30th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 847 babies named Isaiah that year. Since 1948, California families have named 38,323 babies Isaiah.
Popularity over time
Isaiah in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 | 802nd |
| 1974 | 17 | 622nd |
| 1983 | 78 | 322nd |
| 1991 | 183 | 245th |
| 2000 | 1,233 | 47th |
| 2008 | 1,518 | 35th |
| 2017 | 1,123 | 32nd |
| 2025 | 847 | 30th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 802nd in 1948 to 30th in 2025.
The most babies named Isaiah in California in a single year was 1,558, in 2006. Its best showing was 30th among boys names in 2013.
Across the country, Isaiah reached its best rank of #1 in New Mexico (2006). See Isaiah in every state →
How popular is Isaiah in California?
Isaiah was the 30th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 847 babies named Isaiah that year. Since 1948, California families have named 38,323 babies Isaiah.
How many babies are named Isaiah in California?
In 2025, 847 babies were named Isaiah in California. The most babies named Isaiah in California in a single year was 1,558, in 2006.
What is the rank of Isaiah in California?
Isaiah ranked 30th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 30th among boys names in 2013.
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.