Boys name · California
Malcolm in California
Malcolm was the 318th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 115 babies named Malcolm that year. Since 1912, California families have named 4,695 babies Malcolm.
Popularity over time
Malcolm in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 192nd |
| 1928 | 24 | 212th |
| 1944 | 38 | 245th |
| 1960 | 31 | 438th |
| 1977 | 28 | 508th |
| 1993 | 80 | 396th |
| 2009 | 44 | 641st |
| 2025 | 115 | 318th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 192nd in 1912 to 318th in 2025.
The most babies named Malcolm in California in a single year was 131, in 2021. Its best showing was 138th among boys names in 1916.
Across the country, Malcolm reached its best rank of 49th in Maine (1932). See Malcolm in every state →
How popular is Malcolm in California?
Malcolm was the 318th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 115 babies named Malcolm that year. Since 1912, California families have named 4,695 babies Malcolm.
How many babies are named Malcolm in California?
In 2025, 115 babies were named Malcolm in California. The most babies named Malcolm in California in a single year was 131, in 2021.
What is the rank of Malcolm in California?
Malcolm ranked 318th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 138th among boys names in 1916.
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.