Boys name · Nebraska
James in Nebraska
James was the 7th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 73 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Nebraska families have named 32,977 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Nebraska, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 51 | 4th |
| 1926 | 327 | 6th |
| 1943 | 547 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 572 | 4th |
| 1976 | 224 | 9th |
| 1992 | 119 | 24th |
| 2009 | 72 | 30th |
| 2025 | 73 | 7th |
Its rank among boys names in Nebraska fell from 4th in 1910 to 7th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Nebraska in a single year was 741, in 1948. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1948.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Nebraska?
James was the 7th most popular boys name in Nebraska in 2025, with 73 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Nebraska families have named 32,977 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Nebraska?
In 2025, 73 babies were named James in Nebraska. The most babies named James in Nebraska in a single year was 741, in 1948.
What is the rank of James in Nebraska?
James ranked 7th among boys names in Nebraska in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1948.
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.