Boys name · Washington
John in Washington
In 2025, 142 babies born in Washington were named John, making it the #40 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 60,773.
Popularity over time
John in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 69 | #2 |
| 1926 | 469 | #2 |
| 1943 | 915 | #3 |
| 1959 | 1,046 | #3 |
| 1976 | 446 | #12 |
| 1992 | 393 | #21 |
| 2009 | 187 | #45 |
| 2025 | 142 | #40 |
Washington had the most John births in 1947, with 1,343. John's highest rank in Washington was #1, set in 1911.
Rank swung between #1 (1911) and #62 (2020) in Washington, from #2 in 1910 to #40 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 Washington?
In 2025, 142 babies born in Washington were named John, making it the #40 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1910, add up to 60,773.
How many babies are named John in Washington?
Washington recorded 142 births of babies named John in 2025.
What is the rank of John in Washington?
John ranked #40 among boys names in Washington 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.