Oakley

Girl's name

Oakley is an English surname turned unisex given name. It is derived from the Old English words "āc" meaning "oak" and "lēah" meaning "wood" or "clearing."

Meaning Of the oak trees
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,894 Rising
Peak year 2024

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Annie Oakley - Sharpshooter in Buffalo Bill's Wild West show.
  • Oakley Hall - American novelist and literary critic.
  • Oakley Collier - American actress known for "The Last Tycoon."
  • Oakley Stevenson - American actress known for "The Young and the Restless."
  • Oakley Boycott - British actress known for "The Bill."
  • Oakley Court - British actress known for "The Avengers."
  • Oakley Hall III - American musician and composer.
  • Oakley King - American actress known for "The Bold and the Beautiful."

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