Boys name · New Mexico
James in New Mexico
In 2025, 42 babies born in New Mexico were named James, making it the #24 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 18,932.
Popularity over time
James in New Mexico, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 18 | #8 |
| 1926 | 82 | #8 |
| 1943 | 203 | #4 |
| 1959 | 365 | #5 |
| 1976 | 201 | #6 |
| 1992 | 148 | #15 |
| 2009 | 74 | #34 |
| 2025 | 42 | #24 |
The most James births in New Mexico in a single year was 404, in 1960. James's highest rank in New Mexico was #2, set in 1945.
Rank swung between #2 (1945) and #51 (2004) in New Mexico, from #8 in 1910 to #24 in 2025.
Nationally, James's strongest state was Texas, where it hit #1 in 1911. See James in every state →
How popular is James in New Mexico?
In 2025, 42 babies born in New Mexico were named James, making it the #24 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 18,932.
How many babies are named James in New Mexico?
In 2025, 42 babies born in New Mexico were named James.
What is the rank of James in New Mexico?
James's 2025 rank among boys names in New Mexico was #24.
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.