Boys name · California
Wade in California
Wade was the 564th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 54 babies named Wade that year. Since 1923, California families have named 4,690 babies Wade.
Popularity over time
Wade in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1923 | 5 | 569th |
| 1943 | 17 | 357th |
| 1956 | 90 | 222nd |
| 1970 | 105 | 246th |
| 1984 | 31 | 546th |
| 1998 | 49 | 502nd |
| 2011 | 23 | 954th |
| 2025 | 54 | 564th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 569th in 1923 to 564th in 2025.
The most babies named Wade in California in a single year was 126, in 1964. Its best showing was 215th among boys names in 1964.
Across the country, Wade reached its best rank of 36th in North Dakota (1968). See Wade in every state →
How popular is Wade in California?
Wade was the 564th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 54 babies named Wade that year. Since 1923, California families have named 4,690 babies Wade.
How many babies are named Wade in California?
In 2025, 54 babies were named Wade in California. The most babies named Wade in California in a single year was 126, in 1964.
What is the rank of Wade in California?
Wade ranked 564th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 215th among boys names in 1964.
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.