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Derived from the fictional island paradise in the Spanish novel Las sergas de Esplandián, likely rooted in the Arabic word for leader. California is a name that exudes a sun-kissed, adventurous spirit, representing a person who is radiant, expansive, and filled with limitless possibilities.

Key Stats

Total births51
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2002
Peak generationGen Z
First recorded2002
Most recent2002
Syllables3
OriginSpanish, Arabic, English
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%

Notable People

California Logan (Actress, The Bold and the Beautiful) · California 'Cali' Sheldon (Actress, Us) · California 'Callie' Hernandez (Actress, La La Land) · California Cooper (Author, Family) · California 'Cali' Timmins (Actress, Ryan's Hope)

Nicknames & Diminutives

CaliCallieNiaCal

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