Boys name · California
Malcolm in California
In 2025, 115 babies born in California were named Malcolm, making it the #318 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 4,695.
Popularity over time
Malcolm in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | #192 |
| 1928 | 24 | #212 |
| 1944 | 38 | #245 |
| 1960 | 31 | #438 |
| 1977 | 28 | #508 |
| 1993 | 80 | #396 |
| 2009 | 44 | #641 |
| 2025 | 115 | #318 |
Its busiest year in California was 2021, with 131 Malcolm births. Malcolm's highest rank in California was #138, set in 1916.
Rank swung between #138 (1916) and #887 (1983) in California, from #192 in 1912 to #318 in 2025.
Nationally, Malcolm's strongest state was Maine, where it hit #49 in 1932. See Malcolm in every state →
How popular is Malcolm in California?
In 2025, 115 babies born in California were named Malcolm, making it the #318 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 4,695.
How many babies are named Malcolm in California?
California recorded 115 births of babies named Malcolm in 2025.
What is the rank of Malcolm in California?
Malcolm ranked #318 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.