Boys name · California
Zachary in California
Zachary was the 184th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 215 babies named Zachary that year. Since 1947, California families have named 45,231 babies Zachary.
Popularity over time
Zachary in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 7 | 695th |
| 1958 | 18 | 537th |
| 1969 | 94 | 253rd |
| 1980 | 388 | 101st |
| 1992 | 1,933 | 33rd |
| 2003 | 1,283 | 48th |
| 2014 | 527 | 100th |
| 2025 | 215 | 184th |
Its rank among boys names in California climbed from 695th in 1947 to 184th in 2025.
The most babies named Zachary in California in a single year was 1,933, in 1992. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 1994.
Across the country, Zachary reached its best rank of 2nd in Nebraska (1995). See Zachary in every state →
How popular is Zachary in California?
Zachary was the 184th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 215 babies named Zachary that year. Since 1947, California families have named 45,231 babies Zachary.
How many babies are named Zachary in California?
In 2025, 215 babies were named Zachary in California. The most babies named Zachary in California in a single year was 1,933, in 1992.
What is the rank of Zachary in California?
Zachary ranked 184th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 31st among boys names in 1994.
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.