Boys name · California
Ismael in California
Ismael was the 120th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 329 babies named Ismael that year. Since 1924, California families have named 12,683 babies Ismael.
Popularity over time
Ismael in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 | 558th |
| 1939 | 7 | 456th |
| 1954 | 22 | 425th |
| 1968 | 50 | 352nd |
| 1982 | 150 | 214th |
| 1996 | 321 | 170th |
| 2011 | 241 | 207th |
| 2025 | 329 | 120th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 558th in 1924 to 120th in 2025.
The most babies named Ismael in California in a single year was 407, in 2024. Its best showing was 104th among boys names in 2024.
Across the country, Ismael reached its best rank of 70th in New Mexico (1912). See Ismael in every state →
How popular is Ismael in California?
Ismael was the 120th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 329 babies named Ismael that year. Since 1924, California families have named 12,683 babies Ismael.
How many babies are named Ismael in California?
In 2025, 329 babies were named Ismael in California. The most babies named Ismael in California in a single year was 407, in 2024.
What is the rank of Ismael in California?
Ismael ranked 120th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 104th among boys names in 2024.
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.