Boys name · Maryland
James in Maryland
James was the 9th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 180 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 84,633 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Maryland, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 186 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 742 | 3rd |
| 1943 | 1,291 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,433 | 2nd |
| 1976 | 693 | 3rd |
| 1992 | 635 | 5th |
| 2009 | 275 | 14th |
| 2025 | 180 | 9th |
Its rank among boys names in Maryland fell from 2nd in 1910 to 9th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Maryland in a single year was 1,486, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1943.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Maryland?
James was the 9th most popular boys name in Maryland in 2025, with 180 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Maryland families have named 84,633 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Maryland?
In 2025, 180 babies were named James in Maryland. The most babies named James in Maryland in a single year was 1,486, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Maryland?
James ranked 9th among boys names in Maryland in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1943.
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.