Boys name · California
Mark in California
In 2025, 188 babies born in California were named Mark, making it the #196 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 132,468.
Popularity over time
Mark in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 9 | #160 |
| 1928 | 26 | #201 |
| 1944 | 241 | #71 |
| 1960 | 5,540 | #5 |
| 1977 | 1,327 | #26 |
| 1993 | 1,068 | #62 |
| 2009 | 332 | #164 |
| 2025 | 188 | #196 |
California had the most Mark births in 1960, with 5,540. Mark's highest rank in California was #5, set in 1959.
Rank swung between #5 (1959) and #258 (1916) in California, from #160 in 1912 to #196 in 2025.
Nationally, Mark's strongest state was Minnesota, where it hit #2 in 1960. See Mark in every state →
How popular is Mark in California?
In 2025, 188 babies born in California were named Mark, making it the #196 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 132,468.
How many babies are named Mark in California?
California recorded 188 births of babies named Mark in 2025.
What is the rank of Mark in California?
Mark ranked #196 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.