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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Oak tree
- Origin
- Old English
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- OAK
Oak is a neutral name straight from the tree, rooted in Old English. It fits nature-inspired, free-spirited, and bold styles, and it's said simply: OAK. You may see it claimed that 'Oak' means 'strength,' but that's not quite right — the word itself just means 'oak tree'; strength is something people associate with the tree, not part of what the name literally says.
Meaning & Origin of Oak
Meaning: Oak tree.
Origin: Old English.
A common claim: Oak means 'strength' (as well as the tree) Actually: The literal meaning is just 'oak tree'; 'strength' is a symbolic association with the tree, not part of the word's definition.
How to Pronounce Oak
OAKIPA /ˈoʊk/
Popularity of Oak
Oak's most recent Social Security count was 57 babies in 2024, ranking #2429, just below its peak of #2139 in 2023 with 68 babies — both figures drawn from Social Security data spanning 1920 to 2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Oak mean?
Oak tree.
How do you pronounce Oak?
Oak is pronounced OAK (IPA: /ˈoʊk/).
Is Oak a popular name right now?
Oak is near its all-time peak (#2139 in 2023), ranked #2429 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1920–2024.)
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