Boys name · California
Stephen in California
In 2025, 75 babies born in California were named Stephen, making it the #432 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 69,479.
Popularity over time
Stephen in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 | #128 |
| 1926 | 37 | #162 |
| 1943 | 706 | #22 |
| 1959 | 1,226 | #33 |
| 1976 | 802 | #43 |
| 1992 | 827 | #85 |
| 2009 | 148 | #281 |
| 2025 | 75 | #432 |
Stephen had its most births in California in 1952, when 1,968 babies were given the name. Its highest rank in California came in 1949, at #13.
Its rank among boys names in California ran from #13 in 1949 to #500 in 2024, starting at #128 in 1910 and ending at #432 in 2025.
Maine gave Stephen its highest national rank, #7, in 1951. See Stephen in every state →
How popular is Stephen in California?
In 2025, 75 babies born in California were named Stephen, making it the #432 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 69,479.
How many babies are named Stephen in California?
California recorded 75 births of babies named Stephen in 2025.
What is the rank of Stephen in California?
Stephen ranked #432 among boys names in California in 2025.
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.