Boys name · California
Lionel in California
In 2025, 88 babies born in California were named Lionel, making it the #381 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1914, add up to 3,687.
Popularity over time
Lionel in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 7 | #254 |
| 1933 | 10 | #323 |
| 1949 | 17 | #422 |
| 1964 | 39 | #413 |
| 1979 | 34 | #472 |
| 1994 | 31 | #670 |
| 2010 | 61 | #502 |
| 2025 | 88 | #381 |
The most Lionel births in California in a single year was 118, in 2023. Its highest rank in California came in 1934, at #222.
Its rank among boys names in California ran from #222 in 1934 to #1221 in 2004, starting at #254 in 1914 and ending at #381 in 2025.
New Hampshire gave Lionel its highest national rank, #46, in 1917. See Lionel in every state →
How popular is Lionel in California?
In 2025, 88 babies born in California were named Lionel, making it the #381 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1914, add up to 3,687.
How many babies are named Lionel in California?
In 2025, 88 babies born in California were named Lionel.
What is the rank of Lionel in California?
Lionel's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #381.
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.