Boys name · Michigan
James in Michigan
James was the 5th most popular boys name in Michigan in 2025, with 342 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Michigan families have named 189,909 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Michigan, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 115 | 4th |
| 1926 | 1,499 | 5th |
| 1943 | 3,513 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 3,453 | 4th |
| 1976 | 1,440 | 7th |
| 1992 | 983 | 15th |
| 2009 | 347 | 30th |
| 2025 | 342 | 5th |
Its rank among boys names in Michigan fell from 4th in 1910 to 5th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Michigan in a single year was 4,025, in 1947. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1935.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Michigan?
James was the 5th most popular boys name in Michigan in 2025, with 342 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Michigan families have named 189,909 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Michigan?
In 2025, 342 babies were named James in Michigan. The most babies named James in Michigan in a single year was 4,025, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Michigan?
James ranked 5th among boys names in Michigan in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1935.
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.