Boys name · Texas
James in Texas
James was the 12th most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 1,057 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Texas families have named 284,797 babies James.
Popularity over time
James in Texas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 403 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 2,698 | 1st |
| 1943 | 3,905 | 1st |
| 1959 | 3,951 | 2nd |
| 1976 | 2,507 | 5th |
| 1992 | 1,988 | 9th |
| 2009 | 1,081 | 35th |
| 2025 | 1,057 | 12th |
Its rank among boys names in Texas fell from 2nd in 1910 to 12th in 2025.
The most babies named James in Texas in a single year was 4,562, in 1952. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1911.
Across the country, James reached its best rank of #1 in Texas (1911). See James in every state →
How popular is James in Texas?
James was the 12th most popular boys name in Texas in 2025, with 1,057 babies named James that year. Since 1910, Texas families have named 284,797 babies James.
How many babies are named James in Texas?
In 2025, 1,057 babies were named James in Texas. The most babies named James in Texas in a single year was 4,562, in 1952.
What is the rank of James in Texas?
James ranked 12th among boys names in Texas in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1911.
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.