Oakley

Oakley is a unisex name of English origin meaning “oak clearing.” In 2024 it was given to 2,679 babies in the United States.

Oakley at a glance

Gender
Unisex name
Origin
English & American
Meaning
“oak clearing”
Pronunciation
/ˈəʊk.li/

About the name Oakley

Oakley belongs to the English & American tradition. Its meaning — “oak clearing” — is the sense carried by its English roots, and it is the meaning we verified against published sources for this page.

In the United States, Oakley first appears in Social Security records in 1884 and has been given to 24,104 babies since 1880, including 2,679 in 2024.

Oakley in US records

First recorded (US)
1884
Babies named Oakley in 2024
2,679
Total since 1880
24,104

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Oakley mean?

Oakley means “oak clearing” in its English roots. We check every meaning against published sources before it appears here.

Is Oakley a boy or girl name?

Oakley is a unisex name. In 2024, 2,679 babies received the name in the US.

What origin is the name Oakley?

Oakley comes from the English & American tradition.

How popular is the name Oakley?

Oakley is uncommon in US records — it first appears in 1884 and has been given to 24,104 babies since 1880.

How do you pronounce Oakley?

Oakley is pronounced /ˈəʊk.li/ (IPA).

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