Boys name · Tennessee
John in Tennessee
John was the 10th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 297 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 97,767 babies John.
Popularity over time
John in Tennessee, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 319 | 3rd |
| 1926 | 1,168 | 3rd |
| 1943 | 1,272 | 5th |
| 1959 | 1,138 | 6th |
| 1976 | 738 | 8th |
| 1992 | 605 | 12th |
| 2009 | 345 | 13th |
| 2025 | 297 | 10th |
Its rank among boys names in Tennessee fell from 3rd in 1910 to 10th in 2025.
The most babies named John in Tennessee in a single year was 1,527, in 1947. Its best showing was 3rd 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 Tennessee?
John was the 10th most popular boys name in Tennessee in 2025, with 297 babies named John that year. Since 1910, Tennessee families have named 97,767 babies John.
How many babies are named John in Tennessee?
In 2025, 297 babies were named John in Tennessee. The most babies named John in Tennessee in a single year was 1,527, in 1947.
What is the rank of John in Tennessee?
John ranked 10th among boys names in Tennessee in 2025. Its best showing was 3rd 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.