Boys name · California
Philip in California
Philip was the 579th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 52 babies named Philip that year. Since 1910, California families have named 25,491 babies Philip.
Popularity over time
Philip in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 12 | 64th |
| 1926 | 103 | 71st |
| 1943 | 274 | 61st |
| 1959 | 449 | 87th |
| 1976 | 266 | 119th |
| 1992 | 263 | 197th |
| 2009 | 65 | 492nd |
| 2025 | 52 | 579th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 64th in 1910 to 579th in 2025.
The most babies named Philip in California in a single year was 533, in 1953. Its best showing was 43rd among boys names in 1912.
Across the country, Philip reached its best rank of 15th in Maine (1936). See Philip in every state →
How popular is Philip in California?
Philip was the 579th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 52 babies named Philip that year. Since 1910, California families have named 25,491 babies Philip.
How many babies are named Philip in California?
In 2025, 52 babies were named Philip in California. The most babies named Philip in California in a single year was 533, in 1953.
What is the rank of Philip in California?
Philip ranked 579th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 43rd among boys names in 1912.
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.