Boys name · California
Joseph in California
Joseph was the 46th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 721 babies named Joseph that year. Since 1910, California families have named 181,731 babies Joseph.
Popularity over time
Joseph in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 101 | 7th |
| 1926 | 407 | 18th |
| 1943 | 743 | 21st |
| 1959 | 1,674 | 25th |
| 1976 | 2,092 | 12th |
| 1992 | 3,272 | 12th |
| 2009 | 2,094 | 17th |
| 2025 | 721 | 46th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 7th in 1910 to 46th in 2025.
The most babies named Joseph in California in a single year was 3,580, in 1990. Its best showing was 7th among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, Joseph reached its best rank of 2nd in New York (1910). See Joseph in every state →
How popular is Joseph in California?
Joseph was the 46th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 721 babies named Joseph that year. Since 1910, California families have named 181,731 babies Joseph.
How many babies are named Joseph in California?
In 2025, 721 babies were named Joseph in California. The most babies named Joseph in California in a single year was 3,580, in 1990.
What is the rank of Joseph in California?
Joseph ranked 46th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 7th among boys names in 1910.
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.