Boys name · Delaware
John in Delaware
John was the 9th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 32 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 15,457 babies John.
Popularity over time
John in Delaware, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 21 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 126 | 2nd |
| 1943 | 204 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 278 | 1st |
| 1976 | 124 | 3rd |
| 1992 | 98 | 9th |
| 2009 | 41 | 24th |
| 2025 | 32 | 9th |
Its rank among boys names in Delaware fell from 3rd in 1910 to 9th in 2025.
The most babies named John in Delaware in a single year was 305, in 1956. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1912.
Across the country, John reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1910). See John in every state →
How popular is John in Delaware?
John was the 9th most popular boys name in Delaware in 2025, with 32 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Delaware families have named 15,457 babies John.
How many babies are named John in Delaware?
In 2025, 32 babies were named John in Delaware. The most babies named John in Delaware in a single year was 305, in 1956.
What is the rank of John in Delaware?
John ranked 9th among boys names in Delaware in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1912.
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.