Boys name · New York
James in New York
James was the 8th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 658 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 348,452 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 592 | 4th |
| 1926 | 3,089 | 5th |
| 1943 | 5,117 | 4th |
| 1959 | 6,627 | 4th |
| 1976 | 2,553 | 8th |
| 1992 | 1,983 | 13th |
| 2009 | 933 | 17th |
| 2025 | 658 | 8th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 4th in 1910 to 8th in 2025.
The most babies named James in New York in a single year was 7,173, in 1947. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1947.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in New York?
James was the 8th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 658 babies named James that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 348,452 babies James.
How many babies are named James in New York?
In 2025, 658 babies were named James in New York. The most babies named James in New York in a single year was 7,173, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in New York?
James ranked 8th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 1947.
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.