Boys name · California
Stanley in California
Stanley was the 879th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 27 babies named Stanley that year. Since 1910, California families have named 17,770 babies Stanley.
Popularity over time
Stanley in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 15 | 52nd |
| 1926 | 216 | 32nd |
| 1943 | 287 | 56th |
| 1959 | 307 | 120th |
| 1976 | 97 | 242nd |
| 1992 | 64 | 448th |
| 2009 | 37 | 717th |
| 2025 | 27 | 879th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 52nd in 1910 to 879th in 2025.
The most babies named Stanley in California in a single year was 515, in 1954. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, Stanley reached its best rank of 8th in Hawaii (1936). See Stanley in every state →
How popular is Stanley in California?
Stanley was the 879th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 27 babies named Stanley that year. Since 1910, California families have named 17,770 babies Stanley.
How many babies are named Stanley in California?
In 2025, 27 babies were named Stanley in California. The most babies named Stanley in California in a single year was 515, in 1954.
What is the rank of Stanley in California?
Stanley ranked 879th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 1911.
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.