Boys name · Texas
John in Texas
In 2025, 744 babies born in Texas were named John, making it the #35 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 244,549.
Popularity over time
John in Texas, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 411 | #1 |
| 1926 | 1,908 | #2 |
| 1943 | 2,701 | #3 |
| 1959 | 3,235 | #5 |
| 1976 | 2,348 | #6 |
| 1992 | 2,140 | #7 |
| 2009 | 1,128 | #28 |
| 2025 | 744 | #35 |
The most John births in Texas in a single year was 3,681, in 1964. John's highest rank in Texas was #1, set in 1910.
Rank swung between #1 (1910) and #41 (2017) in Texas, from #1 in 1910 to #35 in 2025.
Nationally, John's strongest state was New York, where it hit #1 in 1910. See John in every state →
How popular is John in Texas?
In 2025, 744 babies born in Texas were named John, making it the #35 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 244,549.
How many babies are named John in Texas?
Texas recorded 744 births of babies named John in 2025.
What is the rank of John in Texas?
John ranked #35 among boys names in Texas in 2025.
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.