Boys name · California
Steven in California
Steven was the 294th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 126 babies named Steven that year. Since 1912, California families have named 153,515 babies Steven.
Popularity over time
Steven in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 8 | 176th |
| 1931 | 16 | 264th |
| 1946 | 1,137 | 18th |
| 1962 | 3,285 | 8th |
| 1978 | 1,873 | 18th |
| 1994 | 1,832 | 33rd |
| 2009 | 633 | 91st |
| 2025 | 126 | 294th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 176th in 1912 to 294th in 2025.
The most babies named Steven in California in a single year was 4,238, in 1954. Its best showing was 7th among boys names in 1953.
Across the country, Steven reached its best rank of 3rd in Iowa (1954). See Steven in every state →
How popular is Steven in California?
Steven was the 294th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 126 babies named Steven that year. Since 1912, California families have named 153,515 babies Steven.
How many babies are named Steven in California?
In 2025, 126 babies were named Steven in California. The most babies named Steven in California in a single year was 4,238, in 1954.
What is the rank of Steven in California?
Steven ranked 294th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 7th among boys names in 1953.
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.