Boys name · Missouri
James in Missouri
James was the 8th most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 248 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Missouri families have named 126,319 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Missouri, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 243 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,601 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 2,120 | 1st |
| 1959 | 1,781 | 3rd |
| 1976 | 967 | 4th |
| 1992 | 624 | 11th |
| 2009 | 285 | 17th |
| 2025 | 248 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in Missouri fell from 3rd in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Missouri in a single year was 2,429, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1922.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Missouri?
James was the 8th most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 248 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Missouri families have named 126,319 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Missouri?
In 2025, 248 babies were named James in Missouri. The most babies named James in Missouri in a single year was 2,429, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in Missouri?
James ranked 8th among boys names in Missouri in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1922.
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.