Girls name · California
Willow in California
In 2025, 244 babies born in California were named Willow, making it the #123 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1946, add up to 4,103.
Popularity over time
Willow in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 5 | #1156 |
| 1976 | 12 | #1208 |
| 1988 | 5 | #3296 |
| 1995 | 11 | #1946 |
| 2003 | 53 | #690 |
| 2010 | 87 | #466 |
| 2018 | 226 | #162 |
| 2025 | 244 | #123 |
Willow had its most births in California in 2021, when 320 babies were given the name. Willow's highest rank in California was #93, set in 2021.
Rank swung between #93 (2021) and #3731 (1990) in California, from #1156 in 1946 to #123 in 2025.
Nationally, Willow's strongest state was Kentucky, where it hit #4 in 2024. See Willow in every state →
How popular is Willow in California?
In 2025, 244 babies born in California were named Willow, making it the #123 most popular girls name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1946, add up to 4,103.
How many babies are named Willow in California?
In 2025, 244 babies born in California were named Willow.
What is the rank of Willow in California?
Willow's 2025 rank among girls names in California was #123.
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.