Boys name · Arkansas
James in Arkansas
James was the 6th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 131 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 86,139 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 231 | 1st |
| 1926 | 1,458 | 1st |
| 1943 | 1,613 | 1st |
| 1959 | 928 | 1st |
| 1976 | 507 | 4th |
| 1992 | 345 | 5th |
| 2009 | 156 | 11th |
| 2025 | 131 | 6th |
Its rank among boys names in Arkansas fell from 1st in 1910 to 6th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Arkansas in a single year was 1,622, 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 Arkansas?
James was the 6th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 131 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 86,139 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Arkansas?
In 2025, 131 babies were named James in Arkansas. The most babies named James in Arkansas in a single year was 1,622, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Arkansas?
James ranked 6th among boys names in Arkansas 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.