Boys name · Delaware
James in Delaware
James was the 4th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 37 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 13,707 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Delaware, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 23 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 91 | 4th |
| 1943 | 173 | 4th |
| 1959 | 242 | 4th |
| 1976 | 117 | 6th |
| 1992 | 115 | 4th |
| 2009 | 64 | 3rd |
| 2025 | 37 | 4th |
Its rank among boys names in Delaware fell from 2nd in 1910 to 4th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Delaware in a single year was 267, in 1957. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1948.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Delaware?
James was the 4th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 37 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 13,707 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Delaware?
In 2025, 37 babies were named James in Delaware. The most babies named James in Delaware in a single year was 267, in 1957.
What is the rank of James in Delaware?
James ranked 4th among boys names in Delaware in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1948.
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.