Boys name · California
Liam in California
Liam was the most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 2,624 babies named Liam that year. Since 1959, California families have named 40,176 babies Liam.
Popularity over time
Liam in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | 6 | 952nd |
| 1972 | 9 | 908th |
| 1981 | 7 | 1307th |
| 1990 | 46 | 550th |
| 1999 | 281 | 184th |
| 2008 | 572 | 111th |
| 2016 | 2,049 | 8th |
| 2025 | 2,624 | 1st |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 952nd in 1959 to 1st in 2025.
The most babies named Liam in California in a single year was 2,727, in 2024. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2022.
Across the country, Liam reached its best rank of #1 in California (2022). See Liam in every state →
How popular is Liam in California?
Liam was the most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 2,624 babies named Liam that year. Since 1959, California families have named 40,176 babies Liam.
How many babies are named Liam in California?
In 2025, 2,624 babies were named Liam in California. The most babies named Liam in California in a single year was 2,727, in 2024.
What is the rank of Liam in California?
Liam ranked 1st among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 2022.
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.