Oakley
boy name#454 in 2025Oakley entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #393 in 2022, ranks #454 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1884–2025
#454
rank today
#393
peak (2022)
688
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #774 |
| 1890s | #812 |
| 1900s | #1011 |
| 1910s | #952 |
| 1920s | #1148 |
| 1930s | #1412 |
| 1940s | #1727 |
| 1950s | #2276 |
| 1960s | #2936 |
| 1970s | #4151 |
| 1980s | #4683 |
| 1990s | #2901 |
| 2000s | #1962 |
| 2010s | #709 |
| 2020s | #412 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Oakley has been most popular in OH, TX, TN.
Living bearers
About 10,000 people named Oakley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Oakley is a kid of about 8 — 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 Oakley in 2025?
- Oakley ranks #454 among US boy names in 2025, with 688 babies given the name.
- When was the name Oakley most popular?
- Oakley peaked in 2022, reaching #393 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Oakley with classmates?
- Oakley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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