Boys name · North Dakota
James in North Dakota
James was the 9th most popular boys name in North Dakota in 2025, with 33 babies named James that year. Since 1910, North Dakota families have named 15,469 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in North Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 16 | 15th |
| 1926 | 205 | 4th |
| 1943 | 294 | 1st |
| 1959 | 226 | 4th |
| 1976 | 96 | 13th |
| 1992 | 41 | 29th |
| 2009 | 31 | 26th |
| 2025 | 33 | 9th |
Its rank among boys names in North Dakota climbed from 15th in 1910 to 9th in 2025.
The most babies named James in North Dakota in a single year was 331, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1939.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in North Dakota?
James was the 9th most popular boys name in North Dakota in 2025, with 33 babies named James that year. Since 1910, North Dakota families have named 15,469 babies James.
How many babies are named James in North Dakota?
In 2025, 33 babies were named James in North Dakota. The most babies named James in North Dakota in a single year was 331, in 1947.
What is the rank of James in North Dakota?
James ranked 9th among boys names in North Dakota in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1939.
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.