Boys name · California
Muhammad in California
Muhammad was the 279th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 133 babies named Muhammad that year. Since 1970, California families have named 2,201 babies Muhammad.
Popularity over time
Muhammad in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 | 1315th |
| 1984 | 10 | 1068th |
| 1991 | 9 | 1550th |
| 1998 | 25 | 758th |
| 2004 | 33 | 695th |
| 2011 | 49 | 583rd |
| 2018 | 86 | 413th |
| 2025 | 133 | 279th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 1315th in 1970 to 279th in 2025.
The most babies named Muhammad in California in a single year was 149, in 2024. Its best showing was 259th among boys names in 2024.
Across the country, Muhammad reached its best rank of 39th in New York (2025). See Muhammad in every state →
How popular is Muhammad in California?
Muhammad was the 279th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 133 babies named Muhammad that year. Since 1970, California families have named 2,201 babies Muhammad.
How many babies are named Muhammad in California?
In 2025, 133 babies were named Muhammad in California. The most babies named Muhammad in California in a single year was 149, in 2024.
What is the rank of Muhammad in California?
Muhammad ranked 279th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 259th among boys names in 2024.
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.