Boys name · Connecticut
James in Connecticut
James was the 4th most popular boys name in Connecticut in 2025, with 156 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Connecticut families have named 52,825 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Connecticut, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 49 | 8th |
| 1926 | 390 | 7th |
| 1943 | 784 | 5th |
| 1959 | 1,044 | 5th |
| 1976 | 403 | 6th |
| 1992 | 372 | 12th |
| 2009 | 179 | 15th |
| 2025 | 156 | 4th |
Its rank among boys names in Connecticut climbed from 8th in 1910 to 4th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Connecticut in a single year was 1,054, in 1961. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 2016.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Connecticut?
James was the 4th most popular boys name in Connecticut in 2025, with 156 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Connecticut families have named 52,825 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Connecticut?
In 2025, 156 babies were named James in Connecticut. The most babies named James in Connecticut in a single year was 1,054, in 1961.
What is the rank of James in Connecticut?
James ranked 4th among boys names in Connecticut in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 2016.
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.