Boys name · California
Israel in California
Israel was the 195th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 188 babies named Israel that year. Since 1943, California families have named 14,730 babies Israel.
Popularity over time
Israel in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1943 | 5 | 683rd |
| 1957 | 6 | 889th |
| 1969 | 41 | 404th |
| 1980 | 154 | 205th |
| 1991 | 290 | 178th |
| 2002 | 341 | 164th |
| 2014 | 305 | 173rd |
| 2025 | 188 | 195th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 683rd in 1943 to 195th in 2025.
The most babies named Israel in California in a single year was 447, in 2007. Its best showing was 134th among boys names in 2007.
Across the country, Israel reached its best rank of 69th in Hawaii (2022). See Israel in every state →
How popular is Israel in California?
Israel was the 195th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 188 babies named Israel that year. Since 1943, California families have named 14,730 babies Israel.
How many babies are named Israel in California?
In 2025, 188 babies were named Israel in California. The most babies named Israel in California in a single year was 447, in 2007.
What is the rank of Israel in California?
Israel ranked 195th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 134th among boys names in 2007.
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.
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