Boys name · California
Mark in California
Mark was the 196th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 188 babies named Mark that year. Since 1912, California families have named 132,468 babies Mark.
Popularity over time
Mark in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 | 160th |
| 1928 | 26 | 201st |
| 1944 | 241 | 71st |
| 1960 | 5,540 | 5th |
| 1977 | 1,327 | 26th |
| 1993 | 1,068 | 62nd |
| 2009 | 332 | 164th |
| 2025 | 188 | 196th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 160th in 1912 to 196th in 2025.
The most babies named Mark in California in a single year was 5,540, in 1960. Its best showing was 5th among boys names in 1959.
Across the country, Mark reached its best rank of 2nd in Minnesota (1960). See Mark in every state →
How popular is Mark in California?
Mark was the 196th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 188 babies named Mark that year. Since 1912, California families have named 132,468 babies Mark.
How many babies are named Mark in California?
In 2025, 188 babies were named Mark in California. The most babies named Mark in California in a single year was 5,540, in 1960.
What is the rank of Mark in California?
Mark ranked 196th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 5th among boys names in 1959.
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.