Boys name · Maryland
James in Maryland
In 2025, 180 babies born in Maryland were named James, making it the #9 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 84,633.
Popularity over time
James in Maryland, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 186 | #2 |
| 1926 | 742 | #3 |
| 1943 | 1,291 | #1 |
| 1959 | 1,433 | #2 |
| 1976 | 693 | #3 |
| 1992 | 635 | #5 |
| 2009 | 275 | #14 |
| 2025 | 180 | #9 |
James had its most births in Maryland in 1947, when 1,486 babies were given the name. James's highest rank in Maryland was #1, set in 1943.
Rank swung between #1 (1943) and #19 (2004) in Maryland, from #2 in 1910 to #9 in 2025.
Nationally, James's strongest state was Texas, where it hit #1 in 1911. See James in every state →
How popular is James in Maryland?
In 2025, 180 babies born in Maryland were named James, making it the #9 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 84,633.
How many babies are named James in Maryland?
In 2025, 180 babies born in Maryland were named James.
What is the rank of James in Maryland?
James's 2025 rank among boys names in Maryland was #9.
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.