Boys name · California
Wesley in California
Wesley was the 90th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 434 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, California families have named 19,482 babies Wesley.
Popularity over time
Wesley in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 | 95th |
| 1927 | 57 | 126th |
| 1944 | 89 | 143rd |
| 1960 | 155 | 190th |
| 1976 | 150 | 185th |
| 1992 | 352 | 162nd |
| 2009 | 200 | 238th |
| 2025 | 434 | 90th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 95th in 1911 to 90th in 2025.
The most babies named Wesley in California in a single year was 434, in 2025. Its best showing was 82nd among boys names in 1913.
Across the country, Wesley reached its best rank of 6th in Maine (2025). See Wesley in every state →
How popular is Wesley in California?
Wesley was the 90th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 434 babies named Wesley that year. Since 1911, California families have named 19,482 babies Wesley.
How many babies are named Wesley in California?
In 2025, 434 babies were named Wesley in California. The most babies named Wesley in California in a single year was 434, in 2025.
What is the rank of Wesley in California?
Wesley ranked 90th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 82nd among boys names in 1913.
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.