Oakland Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Native American
Meaning
English: from the oak land; Native American: place of the oak trees
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Oakland is derived from the English words 'oak' and 'land', referring to a place characterized by oak trees. It is also associated with various locations in the United States, most notably Oakland, California, which was founded in the 19th century. The name has gained popularity as a given name in recent years, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
The name Oakland has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Orlando, Kendall, Dawson, Brayden, Easton, Jaxon, Payton, Quinlan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oakland was first seen in the United States in 1919. Oakland has ranked as high as #1235 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Oakland has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oakland (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 16 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| TN | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| IN | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| KY | 6 | |
| MI | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| SC | 5 | |
| UT | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 29 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 47 |
| 2017 | 65 |
| 2018 | 101 |
| 2019 | 86 |
| 2020 | 113 |
| 2021 | 151 |
| 2022 | 158 |
| 2023 | 148 |
| 2024 | 151 |