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Oakes

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Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Oak Trees"

Oakes derives from an English surname referring to oak trees, now used as a given name with arboreal association.

Themes:englishsurnamenaturetreemodern
NatureNaturalUniqueRare

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Oakes

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#3025Ranked nationally
SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

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Oakes did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Oakes Nicknames

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Baby Name Lists That Include Oakes

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Oakes mean?
Oakes means "Oak Trees". Oakes derives from an English surname referring to oak trees, now used as a given name with arboreal association.
What is the origin of Oakes?
Oakes is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Oakes?
According to the latest SSA data, Oakes is currently ranked #3025 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Oakes a boy name?
Oakes is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Oakes?
Popular nicknames for Oakes include oaky, oake, akes, kesy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Oakes?
There are many names similar to Oakes in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Length5 letters
US Rank#3025
Trend↑ Rising
Starts withO

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