Boys name · Maine
James in Maine
James was the 8th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 43 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Maine families have named 19,310 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Maine, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 20 | 10th |
| 1926 | 136 | 9th |
| 1943 | 323 | 4th |
| 1959 | 367 | 5th |
| 1976 | 121 | 14th |
| 1992 | 102 | 18th |
| 2009 | 55 | 21st |
| 2025 | 43 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in Maine climbed from 10th in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Maine in a single year was 415, in 1947. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1941.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Maine?
James was the 8th most popular boys name in Maine in 2025, with 43 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Maine families have named 19,310 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Maine?
In 2025, 43 babies were named James in Maine. The most babies named James in Maine in a single year was 415, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Maine?
James ranked 8th among boys names in Maine in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1941.
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.