Boys name · Arkansas
John in Arkansas
John was the 11th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 100 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 51,891 babies John.
Popularity over time
John in Arkansas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 188 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 779 | 3rd |
| 1943 | 775 | 3rd |
| 1959 | 539 | 5th |
| 1976 | 406 | 5th |
| 1992 | 215 | 13th |
| 2009 | 135 | 16th |
| 2025 | 100 | 11th |
Its rank among boys names in Arkansas fell from 3rd in 1910 to 11th in 2025.
The most babies named John in Arkansas in a single year was 882, in 1920. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1914.
Across the country, John reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1910). See John in every state →
How popular is John in Arkansas?
John was the 11th most popular boys name in Arkansas in 2025, with 100 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Arkansas families have named 51,891 babies John.
How many babies are named John in Arkansas?
In 2025, 100 babies were named John in Arkansas. The most babies named John in Arkansas in a single year was 882, in 1920.
What is the rank of John in Arkansas?
John ranked 11th among boys names in Arkansas in 2025. Its best showing was 2nd among boys names in 1914.
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.