Boys name · Rhode Island
James in Rhode Island
James was the 11th most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 36 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Rhode Island families have named 18,978 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Rhode Island, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 35 | 4th |
| 1926 | 168 | 7th |
| 1943 | 230 | 6th |
| 1959 | 341 | 5th |
| 1976 | 124 | 9th |
| 1992 | 106 | 18th |
| 2009 | 52 | 15th |
| 2025 | 36 | 11th |
Its rank among boys names in Rhode Island fell from 4th in 1910 to 11th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Rhode Island in a single year was 394, in 1965. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2023.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Rhode Island?
James was the 11th most popular boys name in Rhode Island in 2025, with 36 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Rhode Island families have named 18,978 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Rhode Island?
In 2025, 36 babies were named James in Rhode Island. The most babies named James in Rhode Island in a single year was 394, in 1965.
What is the rank of James in Rhode Island?
James ranked 11th among boys names in Rhode Island in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd among boys names in 2023.
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.