Boys name · New Hampshire
James in New Hampshire
James was the 5th most popular boys name in New Hampshire in 2025, with 65 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Hampshire families have named 13,337 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in New Hampshire, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 11 | 9th |
| 1926 | 63 | 12th |
| 1943 | 158 | 6th |
| 1959 | 225 | 6th |
| 1976 | 133 | 5th |
| 1992 | 122 | 14th |
| 2009 | 55 | 25th |
| 2025 | 65 | 5th |
Its rank among boys names in New Hampshire climbed from 9th in 1910 to 5th in 2025.
The most babies named James in New Hampshire in a single year was 257, in 1960. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1965.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in New Hampshire?
James was the 5th most popular boys name in New Hampshire in 2025, with 65 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Hampshire families have named 13,337 babies James.
How many babies are named James in New Hampshire?
In 2025, 65 babies were named James in New Hampshire. The most babies named James in New Hampshire in a single year was 257, in 1960.
What is the rank of James in New Hampshire?
James ranked 5th among boys names in New Hampshire in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1965.
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.