Boys name · California
Paul in California
Paul was the 310th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 120 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, California families have named 104,294 babies Paul.
Popularity over time
Paul in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 37 | 22nd |
| 1926 | 428 | 15th |
| 1943 | 931 | 18th |
| 1959 | 2,189 | 12th |
| 1976 | 1,284 | 27th |
| 1992 | 956 | 68th |
| 2009 | 270 | 200th |
| 2025 | 120 | 310th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 22nd in 1910 to 310th in 2025.
The most babies named Paul in California in a single year was 2,498, in 1964. Its best showing was 12th among boys names in 1959.
Across the country, Paul reached its best rank of 3rd in Alaska (1910). See Paul in every state →
How popular is Paul in California?
Paul was the 310th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 120 babies named Paul that year. Since 1910, California families have named 104,294 babies Paul.
How many babies are named Paul in California?
In 2025, 120 babies were named Paul in California. The most babies named Paul in California in a single year was 2,498, in 1964.
What is the rank of Paul in California?
Paul ranked 310th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 12th 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.