Boys name · New York
John in New York
John was the 24th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 431 babies named John that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 499,164 babies John.
Popularity over time
John in New York, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 1,125 | 1st |
| 1926 | 6,187 | 1st |
| 1943 | 7,502 | 2nd |
| 1959 | 8,719 | 1st |
| 1976 | 2,897 | 5th |
| 1992 | 2,260 | 8th |
| 2009 | 842 | 23rd |
| 2025 | 431 | 24th |
Its rank among boys names in New York fell from 1st in 1910 to 24th in 2025.
The most babies named John in New York in a single year was 9,639, in 1947. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
Across the country, John reached its best rank of #1 in New York (1910). See John in every state →
How popular is John in New York?
John was the 24th most popular boys name in New York in 2025, with 431 babies named John that year. Since 1910, New York families have named 499,164 babies John.
How many babies are named John in New York?
In 2025, 431 babies were named John in New York. The most babies named John in New York in a single year was 9,639, in 1947.
What is the rank of John in New York?
John ranked 24th among boys names in New York in 2025. Its best showing was #1 among boys names in 1910.
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.