Every year, the Social Security Administration releases the most popular baby names. In 1945, one name dominated the charts for boys.
That name was James.
After ruling as the top boys’ name for many decades, James slowly declined in popularity. It became seen as “old-fashioned” and fell out of the top 10.
But now, in 2026, James is making a strong comeback. Many parents are once again embracing classic, timeless names with strong history and meaning.
Will your baby be part of the James revival?
What do you think — is James due for a comeback? Drop your thoughts in the comments
