Boys name · Alabama
James in Alabama
James was the 3rd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 292 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Alabama families have named 160,037 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Alabama, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 486 | 1st |
| 1926 | 2,658 | 1st |
| 1943 | 2,898 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,872 | 1st |
| 1976 | 942 | 3rd |
| 1992 | 683 | 3rd |
| 2009 | 344 | 2nd |
| 2025 | 292 | 3rd |
Its rank among boys names in Alabama fell from 1st in 1910 to 3rd in 2025.
The most babies named James in Alabama in a single year was 3,038, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Alabama?
James was the 3rd most popular boys name in Alabama in 2025, with 292 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Alabama families have named 160,037 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Alabama?
In 2025, 292 babies were named James in Alabama. The most babies named James in Alabama in a single year was 3,038, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Alabama?
James ranked 3rd among boys names in Alabama in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
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.