Boys name · New Jersey
James in New Jersey
James was the 6th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 350 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 129,267 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in New Jersey, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 171 | 4th |
| 1926 | 1,046 | 6th |
| 1943 | 1,708 | 5th |
| 1959 | 2,448 | 4th |
| 1976 | 1,076 | 7th |
| 1992 | 889 | 14th |
| 2009 | 367 | 24th |
| 2025 | 350 | 6th |
Its rank among boys names in New Jersey fell from 4th in 1910 to 6th in 2025.
The most babies named James in New Jersey in a single year was 2,506, in 1957. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1950.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in New Jersey?
James was the 6th most popular boys name in New Jersey in 2025, with 350 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Jersey families have named 129,267 babies James.
How many babies are named James in New Jersey?
In 2025, 350 babies were named James in New Jersey. The most babies named James in New Jersey in a single year was 2,506, in 1957.
What is the rank of James in New Jersey?
James ranked 6th among boys names in New Jersey in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1950.
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.