Boys name · California
Thomas in California
Thomas was the 69th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 532 babies named Thomas that year. Since 1910, California families have named 136,405 babies Thomas.
Popularity over time
Thomas in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 47 | 19th |
| 1926 | 408 | 17th |
| 1943 | 1,478 | 11th |
| 1959 | 2,492 | 10th |
| 1976 | 1,150 | 29th |
| 1992 | 1,388 | 49th |
| 2009 | 631 | 93rd |
| 2025 | 532 | 69th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 19th in 1910 to 69th in 2025.
The most babies named Thomas in California in a single year was 2,912, in 1954. Its best showing was 9th among boys names in 1948.
Across the country, Thomas reached its best rank of 4th in Hawaii (1912). See Thomas in every state →
How popular is Thomas in California?
Thomas was the 69th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 532 babies named Thomas that year. Since 1910, California families have named 136,405 babies Thomas.
How many babies are named Thomas in California?
In 2025, 532 babies were named Thomas in California. The most babies named Thomas in California in a single year was 2,912, in 1954.
What is the rank of Thomas in California?
Thomas ranked 69th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 9th among boys names in 1948.
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.