Boys name · California
Julian in California
In 2025, 1,680 babies born in California were named Julian, making it the #6 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 56,063.
Popularity over time
Julian in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | #243 |
| 1928 | 41 | #159 |
| 1944 | 24 | #295 |
| 1960 | 67 | #304 |
| 1977 | 118 | #222 |
| 1993 | 587 | #112 |
| 2009 | 1,761 | #23 |
| 2025 | 1,680 | #6 |
Its busiest year in California was 2016, with 2,046 Julian births. Julian's highest rank in California was #5, set in 2020.
Rank swung between #5 (2020) and #344 (1957) in California, from #243 in 1912 to #6 in 2025.
Nationally, Julian's strongest state was Rhode Island, where it hit #3 in 2019. See Julian in every state →
How popular is Julian in California?
In 2025, 1,680 babies born in California were named Julian, making it the #6 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 56,063.
How many babies are named Julian in California?
In 2025, 1,680 babies born in California were named Julian.
What is the rank of Julian in California?
Julian's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #6.
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.