Boys name · California
Melvin in California
Melvin was the 1142nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 18 babies named Melvin that year. Since 1910, California families have named 11,609 babies Melvin.
Popularity over time
Melvin in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 19 | 44th |
| 1926 | 126 | 56th |
| 1943 | 210 | 77th |
| 1959 | 147 | 187th |
| 1976 | 85 | 267th |
| 1992 | 90 | 370th |
| 2009 | 43 | 649th |
| 2025 | 18 | 1142nd |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 44th in 1910 to 1142nd in 2025.
The most babies named Melvin in California in a single year was 210, in 1943. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 1915.
Across the country, Melvin reached its best rank of 11th in Hawaii (1943). See Melvin in every state →
How popular is Melvin in California?
Melvin was the 1142nd most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 18 babies named Melvin that year. Since 1910, California families have named 11,609 babies Melvin.
How many babies are named Melvin in California?
In 2025, 18 babies were named Melvin in California. The most babies named Melvin in California in a single year was 210, in 1943.
What is the rank of Melvin in California?
Melvin ranked 1142nd among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 41st among boys names in 1915.
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.