Boys name · Mississippi
James in Mississippi
James was the most popular boys name in Mississippi in 2025, with 160 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Mississippi families have named 115,744 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Mississippi, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 465 | 1st |
| 1926 | 1,854 | 1st |
| 1943 | 2,073 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,471 | 1st |
| 1976 | 745 | 1st |
| 1992 | 474 | 2nd |
| 2009 | 229 | 3rd |
| 2025 | 160 | 1st |
Its rank among boys names in Mississippi held near 1st between 1910 and 2025.
The most babies named James in Mississippi in a single year was 2,277, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Mississippi?
James was the most popular boys name in Mississippi in 2025, with 160 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Mississippi families have named 115,744 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Mississippi?
In 2025, 160 babies were named James in Mississippi. The most babies named James in Mississippi in a single year was 2,277, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Mississippi?
James ranked 1st among boys names in Mississippi in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
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.