Boys name · Louisiana
James in Louisiana
James was the 3rd most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 187 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 89,320 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Louisiana, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 225 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 952 | 1st |
| 1943 | 1,398 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,347 | 3rd |
| 1976 | 749 | 4th |
| 1992 | 456 | 8th |
| 2009 | 214 | 12th |
| 2025 | 187 | 3rd |
Its rank among boys names in Louisiana fell from 2nd in 1910 to 3rd in 2025.
The most babies named James in Louisiana in a single year was 1,579, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1915.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Louisiana?
James was the 3rd most popular boys name in Louisiana in 2025, with 187 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Louisiana families have named 89,320 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Louisiana?
In 2025, 187 babies were named James in Louisiana. The most babies named James in Louisiana in a single year was 1,579, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Louisiana?
James ranked 3rd among boys names in Louisiana in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1915.
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.