Boys name · Illinois
James in Illinois
In 2025, 406 babies born in Illinois were named James, making it the #7 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 254,727.
Popularity over time
James in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 329 | #4 |
| 1926 | 2,398 | #4 |
| 1943 | 4,390 | #2 |
| 1959 | 4,632 | #3 |
| 1976 | 1,870 | #6 |
| 1992 | 1,211 | #13 |
| 2009 | 515 | #22 |
| 2025 | 406 | #7 |
No year in Illinois had more James births than 1947, when 5,349 were born. James's highest rank in Illinois was #1, set in 1947.
Rank swung between #1 (1947) and #26 (2010) in Illinois, from #4 in 1910 to #7 in 2025.
Nationally, James's strongest state was Texas, where it hit #1 in 1911. See James in every state →
How popular is James in Illinois?
In 2025, 406 babies born in Illinois were named James, making it the #7 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 254,727.
How many babies are named James in Illinois?
In 2025, 406 babies born in Illinois were named James.
What is the rank of James in Illinois?
James's 2025 rank among boys names in Illinois was #7.
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.