Boys name · California
Jordan in California
Jordan was the 128th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 320 babies named Jordan that year. Since 1924, California families have named 42,950 babies Jordan.
Popularity over time
Jordan in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 | 562nd |
| 1955 | 12 | 603rd |
| 1966 | 30 | 453rd |
| 1978 | 136 | 211th |
| 1990 | 1,687 | 37th |
| 2002 | 1,094 | 51st |
| 2013 | 938 | 51st |
| 2025 | 320 | 128th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 562nd in 1924 to 128th in 2025.
The most babies named Jordan in California in a single year was 1,687, in 1990. Its best showing was 37th among boys names in 1990.
Across the country, Jordan reached its best rank of 4th in South Dakota (1991). See Jordan in every state →
How popular is Jordan in California?
Jordan was the 128th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 320 babies named Jordan that year. Since 1924, California families have named 42,950 babies Jordan.
How many babies are named Jordan in California?
In 2025, 320 babies were named Jordan in California. The most babies named Jordan in California in a single year was 1,687, in 1990.
What is the rank of Jordan in California?
Jordan ranked 128th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 37th among boys names in 1990.
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.