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California's most popular baby names in 1999

California is known for its diverse population and unique culture, which is reflected in the most popular baby names of the year 1999. The top baby girl names were Emily, Samantha, and Jennifer, while the top baby boy names were Daniel, Jose, and Anthony.

Emily, a classic and timeless name, was the most popular baby girl name in California in 1999. Samantha, a name of Greek origin meaning "listener," followed closely behind. Jennifer, a name with Welsh roots meaning "fair and smooth," rounded out the top three. On the boy's side, Daniel, a name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my judge," was the most popular. Jose, a name of Spanish origin meaning "God will increase," and Anthony, a name of Latin origin meaning "priceless one," were also popular choices for parents in the state.

Most popular baby girl names in California in 1999

In California, 1999, the top five most popular baby girl names were Emily, Samantha, Jennifer, Ashley, and Jessica. Emily was the most popular name with 2825 babies given that name, followed closely by Samantha with 2787 babies. Jennifer, Ashley, and Jessica rounded out the top five with 2675, 2609, and 2511 babies respectively given those names.

  1. Emily

    2825 baby girls born in California (1999) named Emily

    The name Emily means "rival" or "industrious" and is of Latin origin. It became popular in the 19th century and is still a commonly used name today.

  2. Samantha

    2787 baby girls born in California (1999) named Samantha

    The name Samantha means "listener" or "listener of God" and is of English origin.

  3. Jennifer

    2675 baby girls born in California (1999) named Jennifer

    The name Jennifer is of Welsh origin and means "fair and smooth". It was first used as a given name in the United States in the 20th century and became very popular in the 1970s and 1980s.

  4. Ashley

    2609 baby girls born in California (1999) named Ashley

    The name Ashley is of English origin and means "ash tree meadow". It is a unisex name that was originally more commonly given to boys, but has become more popular for girls in recent years.

  5. Jessica

    2511 baby girls born in California (1999) named Jessica

    The name Jessica is of Hebrew origin and means "God beholds" or "God sees". It is derived from the name Yiskah in the Old Testament, which was the name of a daughter of Haran and sister of Milcah and Iscah. The name Jessica has been in use since the 16th century and became popular in the 20th century.

  6. Alyssa

    2088 baby girls born in California (1999) named Alyssa

    The name Alyssa is derived from the name Alicia, which means "noble" or "of noble birth". It is a feminine name commonly used in English-speaking countries.

  7. Alexis

    2001 baby girls born in California (1999) named Alexis

    The name Alexis is derived from the Greek name Alexios, which means "defender" or "helper". It is a unisex name that has been used for both boys and girls.

  8. Sarah

    1984 baby girls born in California (1999) named Sarah

    The name Sarah means "princess" in Hebrew. It is a popular name in many cultures and is often associated with grace, beauty, and kindness.

  9. Elizabeth

    1865 baby girls born in California (1999) named Elizabeth

    Elizabeth is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my oath" or "my God is abundance". It is a name that has been popular for centuries and has been borne by many notable figures in history and literature.

  10. Vanessa

    1787 baby girls born in California (1999) named Vanessa

    The name Vanessa is of English origin and its meaning is "butterfly". It was first used as a name in the 18th century by the Anglo-Irish writer Jonathan Swift, who used it as a pseudonym for his friend Esther Vanhomrigh. The name became popular in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.

  11. Stephanie

    1763 baby girls born in California (1999) named Stephanie

    The name Stephanie is of Greek origin and means "crown" or "garland". It is a feminine name that has been popular in English-speaking countries since the 20th century.

  12. Hannah

    1701 baby girls born in California (1999) named Hannah

    The name Hannah means "grace" or "favor" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that was borne by the mother of the prophet Samuel in the Old Testament. The name has been popular among Christians for centuries and is still commonly used today.

  13. Jasmine

    1664 baby girls born in California (1999) named Jasmine

    The name Jasmine is of Persian origin and means "gift from God" or "God's gracious gift". It is also the name of a fragrant flower.

  14. Natalie

    1656 baby girls born in California (1999) named Natalie

    The name Natalie is of Latin origin and means "birthday of the Lord" or "born on Christmas day". It is a feminine name that has been popular since the 19th century.

  15. Maria

    1592 baby girls born in California (1999) named Maria

    Maria is a name of Latin origin, derived from the name Mariam or Miriam, which means "bitterness" or "sorrow". It is a common name in many cultures and is often associated with the Virgin Mary in Christianity.

  16. Victoria

    1471 baby girls born in California (1999) named Victoria

    Victoria means "victory" or "conqueror" in Latin. It is a feminine name that has been used since ancient times and is associated with strength, power, and success.

  17. Lauren

    1392 baby girls born in California (1999) named Lauren

    The name Lauren is of English origin and means "bay laurel" or "crowned with laurel". It is a feminine name that has been popular since the 1940s.

  18. Madison

    1378 baby girls born in California (1999) named Madison

    The name Madison is of English origin and has two possible meanings. One interpretation is that it means "son of Matthew," while another suggests it means "gift of God." It became a popular name for girls in the 1980s and 1990s, likely due to its association with the character Madison in the movie "Splash."

  19. Brianna

    1358 baby girls born in California (1999) named Brianna

    The name Brianna is of Irish origin and is a variant of the name Brian. It is derived from the Gaelic word "brígh" which means "strength" or "virtue". Therefore, the name Brianna can be interpreted to mean "strong" or "virtuous".

  20. Kimberly

    1356 baby girls born in California (1999) named Kimberly

    The name Kimberly means "from the wood of the royal forest" or "royal fortress meadow". It is of Old English origin and was first used as a given name in the 1940s.

Most popular baby boy names in California in 1999

In California in 1999, the top 5 most popular baby boy names were Daniel, Jose, Anthony, Michael, and Andrew. Daniel was the most popular name with 4354 babies given the name, followed closely by Jose with 3871 babies. Anthony, Michael, and Andrew rounded out the top 5 with 3808, 3759, and 3598 babies given those names, respectively.

  1. Daniel

    4354 baby boys born in California (1999) named Daniel

    The name Daniel means "God is my judge".

  2. Jose

    3871 baby boys born in California (1999) named Jose

    The name Jose is a Spanish variant of the name Joseph, which means "God will increase" or "God will add".

  3. Anthony

    3808 baby boys born in California (1999) named Anthony

    The name Anthony is of Latin origin and means "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy".

  4. Michael

    3759 baby boys born in California (1999) named Michael

    The name Michael means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that is often associated with the archangel Michael, who is considered to be a protector and warrior in many religious traditions. The name has been popular throughout history and is still commonly used today.

  5. Andrew

    3598 baby boys born in California (1999) named Andrew

    The name Andrew means "manly" or "warrior" and is of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which comes from the word "andrós" meaning "man". Andrew is a popular name in many English-speaking countries and is often used in Christian traditions due to the apostle Andrew being one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ.

  6. David

    3484 baby boys born in California (1999) named David

    The name David is of Hebrew origin and means "beloved" or "friend". It is a popular name in many cultures and religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In the Bible, David was the second king of Israel and is known for his bravery, leadership, and devotion to God. People with the name David are often described as confident, charismatic, and loyal.

  7. Jacob

    3477 baby boys born in California (1999) named Jacob

    The name Jacob means "supplanter" or "holder of the heel" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name that was borne by one of the patriarchs of the Old Testament.

  8. Matthew

    3321 baby boys born in California (1999) named Matthew

    Matthew is a name of Hebrew origin that means "gift of God".

  9. Christopher

    3252 baby boys born in California (1999) named Christopher

    The name Christopher means "bearer of Christ" or "Christ-bearer."

  10. Joshua

    3144 baby boys born in California (1999) named Joshua

    The name Joshua means "God is salvation" or "Yahweh is salvation" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name and was the name of one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan. Joshua later became the successor to Moses and led the Israelites into the Promised Land.

  11. Jonathan

    3018 baby boys born in California (1999) named Jonathan

    The name Jonathan means "gift of God" or "God has given" in Hebrew. It is a biblical name, appearing in the Old Testament as the name of King Saul's son and close friend of David.

  12. Joseph

    2823 baby boys born in California (1999) named Joseph

    The name Joseph is of Hebrew origin and means "God will increase".

  13. Nicholas

    2536 baby boys born in California (1999) named Nicholas

    The name Nicholas is derived from the Greek name Νικόλαος (Nikolaos), which means "victory of the people". It is a popular name in many countries and cultures, and is often associated with Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children, sailors, and merchants.

  14. Ryan

    2513 baby boys born in California (1999) named Ryan

    The name Ryan is of Irish origin and means "little king" or "illustrious". It is a popular name for boys in English-speaking countries.

  15. Brandon

    2489 baby boys born in California (1999) named Brandon

    The name Brandon is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "brom" meaning "broom" or "gorse" and "dun" meaning "hill". Therefore, the name Brandon means "hill covered in broom or gorse".

  16. Juan

    2372 baby boys born in California (1999) named Juan

    The name Juan is a Spanish variant of the name John, which means "God is gracious".

  17. Christian

    2337 baby boys born in California (1999) named Christian

    Christian is a name that has roots in the Latin word "Christianus" which means "follower of Christ". It is a name that is commonly used in Christian cultures and is often given to boys. The name Christian is associated with qualities such as kindness, compassion, and faithfulness. It is a popular name in many countries around the world.

  18. Kevin

    2318 baby boys born in California (1999) named Kevin

    The name Kevin is of Irish origin and means "handsome" or "gentle birth". It is derived from the Irish name Caoimhín, which is composed of the Gaelic words "caomh" meaning "kind" or "gentle" and "gin" meaning "birth".

  19. Luis

    2267 baby boys born in California (1999) named Luis

    The name Luis is of Spanish origin and means "famous warrior" or "renowned fighter". It is a variant of the name Louis.

  20. Alexander

    2239 baby boys born in California (1999) named Alexander

    The name Alexander means "defender of the people" or "protector of mankind". It is of Greek origin and is a popular name for boys.