Unisex nameCurrently #1,296 in the USRising
Oakland
//ˈoʊklənd//
2 syllablesPeak year: 20247 lettersStarts with O
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Oakland's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Oakland's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Oakland |
|---|---|
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 55 |
| 2017 | 71 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 108 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 189 |
| 2022 | 189 |
| 2023 | 188 |
| 2024 | 194 |
Oakland through the decades
- Oakland peaked in 2024, when 194 babies were named Oakland in the US.
- Over the last 10 years of data (2015–2024), use of Oakland has risen 751% compared to the 10 years before that.
- Oakland currently ranks #1,296 in the US and is on the rise.