Boys name · Kentucky
James in Kentucky
James was the 9th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 181 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 145,857 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 352 | 1st |
| 1926 | 2,183 | 1st |
| 1943 | 2,428 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,803 | 1st |
| 1976 | 1,119 | 3rd |
| 1992 | 648 | 2nd |
| 2009 | 334 | 3rd |
| 2025 | 181 | 9th |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 1st in 1910 to 9th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Kentucky in a single year was 2,556, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Kentucky?
James was the 9th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 181 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 145,857 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Kentucky?
In 2025, 181 babies were named James in Kentucky. The most babies named James in Kentucky in a single year was 2,556, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Kentucky?
James ranked 9th among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
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.