Boys name · California
Wilson in California
Wilson was the 665th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 42 babies named Wilson that year. Since 1912, California families have named 3,178 babies Wilson.
Popularity over time
Wilson in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 6 | 224th |
| 1929 | 9 | 397th |
| 1947 | 14 | 468th |
| 1963 | 10 | 780th |
| 1978 | 20 | 632nd |
| 1994 | 65 | 439th |
| 2009 | 50 | 589th |
| 2025 | 42 | 665th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 224th in 1912 to 665th in 2025.
The most babies named Wilson in California in a single year was 89, in 1992. Its best showing was 175th among boys names in 1918.
Across the country, Wilson reached its best rank of 21st in Louisiana (1918). See Wilson in every state →
How popular is Wilson in California?
Wilson was the 665th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 42 babies named Wilson that year. Since 1912, California families have named 3,178 babies Wilson.
How many babies are named Wilson in California?
In 2025, 42 babies were named Wilson in California. The most babies named Wilson in California in a single year was 89, in 1992.
What is the rank of Wilson in California?
Wilson ranked 665th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 175th among boys names in 1918.
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.
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