Boys name · South Dakota
James in South Dakota
James was the 14th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 32 babies named James that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 15,730 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in South Dakota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 21 | 6th |
| 1926 | 160 | 5th |
| 1943 | 256 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 225 | 5th |
| 1976 | 78 | 16th |
| 1992 | 45 | 29th |
| 2009 | 21 | 65th |
| 2025 | 32 | 14th |
Its rank among boys names in South Dakota fell from 6th in 1910 to 14th in 2025.
The most babies named James in South Dakota in a single year was 367, in 1948. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1941.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in South Dakota?
James was the 14th most popular boys name in South Dakota in 2025, with 32 babies named James that year. Since 1910, South Dakota families have named 15,730 babies James.
How many babies are named James in South Dakota?
In 2025, 32 babies were named James in South Dakota. The most babies named James in South Dakota in a single year was 367, in 1948.
What is the rank of James in South Dakota?
James ranked 14th among boys names in South Dakota in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1941.
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.