Boys name · Illinois
James in Illinois
James was the 7th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 406 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 254,727 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Illinois, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 329 | 4th |
| 1926 | 2,398 | 4th |
| 1943 | 4,390 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 4,632 | 3rd |
| 1976 | 1,870 | 6th |
| 1992 | 1,211 | 13th |
| 2009 | 515 | 22nd |
| 2025 | 406 | 7th |
Its rank among boys names in Illinois fell from 4th in 1910 to 7th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Illinois in a single year was 5,349, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1947.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Illinois?
James was the 7th most popular boys name in Illinois in 2025, with 406 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Illinois families have named 254,727 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Illinois?
In 2025, 406 babies were named James in Illinois. The most babies named James in Illinois in a single year was 5,349, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Illinois?
James ranked 7th among boys names in Illinois in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1947.
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.