Oakes
boy name#2421 in 2025Oakes entered the US charts in 2012, peaked at #2421 in 2025, ranks #2421 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2012–2025
#2421
rank today
#2421
peak (2025)
56
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #6830 |
| 2020s | #4283 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Oakes has been most popular in TN, KY, TX.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Oakes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Oakes is a kid of about 3 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Oakes in 2025?
- Oakes ranks #2421 among US boy names in 2025, with 56 babies given the name.
- When was the name Oakes most popular?
- Oakes peaked in 2025, reaching #2421 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Oakes with classmates?
- Oakes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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