Boys name · California
Luke in California
In 2025, 738 babies born in California were named Luke, making it the #44 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1924, add up to 31,117.
Popularity over time
Luke in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 | #567 |
| 1957 | 19 | #520 |
| 1969 | 42 | #396 |
| 1980 | 249 | #153 |
| 1991 | 286 | #180 |
| 2002 | 795 | #77 |
| 2014 | 1,140 | #40 |
| 2025 | 738 | #44 |
Its busiest year in California was 2016, with 1,160 Luke births. Its highest rank in California came in 2018, at #35.
Its rank among boys names in California ran from #35 in 2018 to #815 in 1949, starting at #567 in 1924 and ending at #44 in 2025.
Louisiana gave Luke its highest national rank, #4, in 2022. See Luke in every state →
How popular is Luke in California?
In 2025, 738 babies born in California were named Luke, making it the #44 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1924, add up to 31,117.
How many babies are named Luke in California?
In 2025, 738 babies born in California were named Luke.
What is the rank of Luke in California?
Luke's 2025 rank among boys names in California was #44.
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.