Boys name · California
Sheldon in California
Sheldon was the 2758th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 5 babies named Sheldon that year. Since 1916, California families have named 2,484 babies Sheldon.
Popularity over time
Sheldon in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 6 | 350th |
| 1934 | 16 | 254th |
| 1949 | 26 | 338th |
| 1964 | 35 | 430th |
| 1980 | 28 | 552nd |
| 1995 | 39 | 596th |
| 2010 | 13 | 1421st |
| 2025 | 5 | 2758th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 350th in 1916 to 2758th in 2025.
The most babies named Sheldon in California in a single year was 57, in 1969. Its best showing was 244th among boys names in 1936.
Across the country, Sheldon reached its best rank of 66th in Hawaii (1977). See Sheldon in every state →
How popular is Sheldon in California?
Sheldon was the 2758th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 5 babies named Sheldon that year. Since 1916, California families have named 2,484 babies Sheldon.
How many babies are named Sheldon in California?
In 2025, 5 babies were named Sheldon in California. The most babies named Sheldon in California in a single year was 57, in 1969.
What is the rank of Sheldon in California?
Sheldon ranked 2758th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 244th among boys names in 1936.
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.
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