Oakley Unisex
Origin(s)
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 has been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name evokes a connection to nature and is often associated with strength and stability due to the oak tree's characteristics.
Trend Summary
Oakley has seen a rise in popularity for girls in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Kinsley, Hadley, Finley, Bailey, Briar, Everly, Sloane, Skylar
Variants
- Oakleigh
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oakley was first seen in the United States in 1913. Oakley has ranked as high as #328 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Utah, Florida, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Oakley has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oakley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 120 | |
| OH | 104 | |
| UT | 104 | |
| FL | 82 | |
| IN | 80 | |
| TN | 75 | |
| MO | 72 | |
| NC | 69 | |
| GA | 66 | |
| PA | 65 | |
| CA | 60 | |
| KY | 60 | |
| WA | 57 | |
| AL | 51 | |
| AZ | 50 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 31 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 41 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 61 |
| 2008 | 75 |
| 2009 | 92 |
| 2010 | 118 |
| 2011 | 157 |
| 2012 | 190 |
| 2013 | 274 |
| 2014 | 365 |
| 2015 | 471 |
| 2016 | 535 |
| 2017 | 658 |
| 2018 | 796 |
| 2019 | 908 |
| 2020 | 1,128 |
| 2021 | 1,538 |
| 2022 | 1,844 |
| 2023 | 1,882 |
| 2024 | 1,894 |