Boys name · California
Phillip in California
Phillip was the 714th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 38 babies named Phillip that year. Since 1910, California families have named 29,448 babies Phillip.
Popularity over time
Phillip in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 10 | 80th |
| 1926 | 47 | 143rd |
| 1943 | 277 | 60th |
| 1959 | 544 | 68th |
| 1976 | 356 | 90th |
| 1992 | 421 | 144th |
| 2009 | 100 | 356th |
| 2025 | 38 | 714th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 80th in 1910 to 714th in 2025.
The most babies named Phillip in California in a single year was 611, in 1961. Its best showing was 56th among boys names in 1949.
Across the country, Phillip reached its best rank of 23rd in Alaska (1921). See Phillip in every state →
How popular is Phillip in California?
Phillip was the 714th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 38 babies named Phillip that year. Since 1910, California families have named 29,448 babies Phillip.
How many babies are named Phillip in California?
In 2025, 38 babies were named Phillip in California. The most babies named Phillip in California in a single year was 611, in 1961.
What is the rank of Phillip in California?
Phillip ranked 714th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 56th among boys names in 1949.
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.