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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Oak clearing (a clearing or meadow in an oak forest)
- Origin
- English (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- OHK-lee
Oakley is an English place name and surname, and it's used today as a given name for children of any gender. Pronounced OHK-lee, it literally means 'oak clearing' — a meadow opening within an oak forest, which gives it a grounded, vintage feel. If you like names tied to the English countryside rather than to a person or story, Oakley fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Oakley
Meaning: Oak clearing (a clearing or meadow in an oak forest).
Origin: English (place name/surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Oakley
OHK-leeIPA /ˈoʊkli/
Popularity of Oakley
Oakley hit its peak in 2023 at #153, with 1,882 babies given the name that year. In 2024 it slipped slightly to #157, even as the count ticked up to 1,894 — a sign it's held fairly steady rather than surging or fading.
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FAQ
What does the name Oakley mean?
Oak clearing (a clearing or meadow in an oak forest). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Oakley?
Oakley is pronounced OHK-lee (IPA: /ˈoʊkli/).
Is Oakley a popular name right now?
Oakley is near its all-time peak (#153 in 2023), ranked #157 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1884–2024.)
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