Oakley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationOAK-lee / /ˈoʊkli/English; Old English
Meaning
Oak clearing; meadow near oak trees
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Oakley is derived from Old English elements 'ac' meaning oak and 'leah' meaning clearing or meadow. It was originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name reflects a connection to nature and the outdoors, particularly oak trees, which are often symbols of strength and endurance.
Trend Summary
Oakley has seen a steady increase in popularity as a boy's name in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Oakleigh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oakley was first seen in the United States in 1884. Oakley has ranked as high as #692 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Oakley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oakley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 51 | |
| CA | 44 | |
| TN | 39 | |
| IN | 37 | |
| OH | 36 | |
| MI | 35 | |
| FL | 35 | |
| KY | 33 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| PA | 27 | |
| NC | 25 | |
| WI | 21 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| MO | 20 | |
| VA | 19 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1884 | 9 |
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 6 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1898 | 16 |
| 1899 | 8 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1901 | 8 |
| 1902 | 12 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 7 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 13 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 23 |
| 1913 | 36 |
| 1914 | 27 |
| 1915 | 43 |
| 1916 | 40 |
| 1917 | 50 |
| 1918 | 41 |
| 1919 | 52 |
| 1920 | 52 |
| 1921 | 46 |
| 1922 | 36 |
| 1923 | 47 |
| 1924 | 38 |
| 1925 | 43 |
| 1926 | 28 |
| 1927 | 38 |
| 1928 | 39 |
| 1929 | 27 |
| 1930 | 31 |
| 1931 | 26 |
| 1932 | 27 |
| 1933 | 24 |
| 1934 | 28 |
| 1935 | 34 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 23 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 22 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 27 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 27 |
| 1951 | 14 |
| 1952 | 14 |
| 1953 | 11 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 15 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 11 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 10 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 39 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 50 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 59 |
| 2004 | 56 |
| 2005 | 65 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2007 | 72 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 139 |
| 2010 | 137 |
| 2011 | 195 |
| 2012 | 240 |
| 2013 | 291 |
| 2014 | 397 |
| 2015 | 496 |
| 2016 | 479 |
| 2017 | 613 |
| 2018 | 638 |
| 2019 | 690 |
| 2020 | 712 |
| 2021 | 773 |
| 2022 | 810 |
| 2023 | 803 |
| 2024 | 785 |