Oakley
Oakley is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Oak tree clearing or oak meadow.
Origin and history
Oakley is an English surname turned given name derived from Old English words meaning a meadow or clearing of oak trees. Originally used mainly for boys, it has experienced a significant surge in popularity in the United States in recent years. Today, it fits well alongside other trendy nature-inspired and surname-style names.
Popularity in the United States
11,385 babies in the United States have been named Oakley since 1880. It ranks #1111 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #417.
States where it is most popular
- TX (5.7 %)
- OH (5.6 %)
- KY (5.5 %)
- TN (5.3 %)
- IN (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 22 |
| 1890-1900 | 67 |
| 1900-1910 | 74 |
| 1910-1920 | 337 |
| 1920-1930 | 394 |
| 1930-1940 | 244 |
| 1940-1950 | 179 |
| 1950-1960 | 134 |
| 1960-1970 | 83 |
| 1970-1980 | 64 |
| 1980-1990 | 80 |
| 1990-2000 | 264 |
| 2000-2010 | 684 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,180 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,579 |
Nicknames
Oak, Oaks
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Old English words 'āc' (oak) and 'lēah' (clearing or meadow).
- While historically used in small numbers, Oakley has seen a strong resurgence in the 2020s in the United States.