Boys name · California
Lincoln in California
In 2025, 231 babies born in California were named Lincoln, making it the #169 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1914, add up to 6,969.
Popularity over time
Lincoln in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 | #284 |
| 1938 | 5 | #580 |
| 1958 | 9 | #729 |
| 1971 | 19 | #600 |
| 1985 | 11 | #1065 |
| 1998 | 11 | #1280 |
| 2012 | 243 | #204 |
| 2025 | 231 | #169 |
No year in California had more Lincoln births than 2017, when 562 were born. Lincoln's highest rank in California was #92, set in 2017.
Rank swung between #92 (2017) and #1851 (2000) in California, from #284 in 1914 to #169 in 2025.
Nationally, Lincoln's strongest state was South Dakota, where it hit #2 in 2014. See Lincoln in every state →
How popular is Lincoln in California?
In 2025, 231 babies born in California were named Lincoln, making it the #169 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1914, add up to 6,969.
How many babies are named Lincoln in California?
California recorded 231 births of babies named Lincoln in 2025.
What is the rank of Lincoln in California?
Lincoln ranked #169 among boys names in California in 2025.
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.