Boys name · New Mexico
James in New Mexico
James was the 24th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 42 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Mexico families have named 18,932 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in New Mexico, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 18 | 8th |
| 1926 | 82 | 8th |
| 1943 | 203 | 4th |
| 1959 | 365 | 5th |
| 1976 | 201 | 6th |
| 1992 | 148 | 15th |
| 2009 | 74 | 34th |
| 2025 | 42 | 24th |
Its rank among boys names in New Mexico fell from 8th in 1910 to 24th in 2025.
The most babies named James in New Mexico in a single year was 404, in 1960. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1945.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in New Mexico?
James was the 24th most popular boys name in New Mexico in 2025, with 42 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New Mexico families have named 18,932 babies James.
How many babies are named James in New Mexico?
In 2025, 42 babies were named James in New Mexico. The most babies named James in New Mexico in a single year was 404, in 1960.
What is the rank of James in New Mexico?
James ranked 24th among boys names in New Mexico in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1945.
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.