Boys name · Colorado
James in Colorado
James was the 5th most popular boys name in Colorado in 2025, with 256 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Colorado families have named 44,156 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Colorado, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 66 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 301 | 4th |
| 1943 | 600 | 1st |
| 1959 | 666 | 5th |
| 1976 | 405 | 7th |
| 1992 | 303 | 20th |
| 2009 | 222 | 16th |
| 2025 | 256 | 5th |
Its rank among boys names in Colorado fell from 2nd in 1910 to 5th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Colorado in a single year was 743, in 1955. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1943.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Colorado?
James was the 5th most popular boys name in Colorado in 2025, with 256 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Colorado families have named 44,156 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Colorado?
In 2025, 256 babies were named James in Colorado. The most babies named James in Colorado in a single year was 743, in 1955.
What is the rank of James in Colorado?
James ranked 5th among boys names in Colorado in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1943.
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.