Boys name · California
Malachi in California
Malachi was the 172nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 229 babies named Malachi that year. Since 1973, California families have named 5,010 babies Malachi.
Popularity over time
Malachi in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 5 | 1259th |
| 1980 | 13 | 860th |
| 1988 | 14 | 1009th |
| 1995 | 44 | 543rd |
| 2003 | 134 | 299th |
| 2010 | 161 | 263rd |
| 2018 | 188 | 239th |
| 2025 | 229 | 172nd |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 1259th in 1973 to 172nd in 2025.
The most babies named Malachi in California in a single year was 229, in 2025. Its best showing was 172nd among boys names in 2025.
Across the country, Malachi reached its best rank of 43rd in Mississippi (2023). See Malachi in every state →
How popular is Malachi in California?
Malachi was the 172nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 229 babies named Malachi that year. Since 1973, California families have named 5,010 babies Malachi.
How many babies are named Malachi in California?
In 2025, 229 babies were named Malachi in California. The most babies named Malachi in California in a single year was 229, in 2025.
What is the rank of Malachi in California?
Malachi ranked 172nd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 172nd among boys names 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.