Boys name · Missouri
John in Missouri
John was the 21st most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 166 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Missouri families have named 113,137 babies John.
Popularity over time
John in Missouri, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 288 | 2nd |
| 1926 | 1,370 | 4th |
| 1943 | 1,626 | 3rd |
| 1959 | 1,680 | 6th |
| 1976 | 852 | 6th |
| 1992 | 522 | 14th |
| 2009 | 225 | 34th |
| 2025 | 166 | 21st |
Its rank among boys names in Missouri fell from 2nd in 1910 to 21st in 2025.
The most babies named John in Missouri in a single year was 2,105, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1917.
Across the country, John reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1910). See John in every state →
How popular is John in Missouri?
John was the 21st most popular boys name in Missouri in 2025, with 166 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Missouri families have named 113,137 babies John.
How many babies are named John in Missouri?
In 2025, 166 babies were named John in Missouri. The most babies named John in Missouri in a single year was 2,105, in 1947.
What is the rank of John in Missouri?
John ranked 21st among boys names in Missouri in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1917.
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.