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UK name, mostly boys

Oaklee

Of English origin, a name blending oak (representing strength) with lee (meadow or clearing).

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Oaklee is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Oaklee popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1282, with 21 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 21 births.

This profile covers 157 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 2008 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

Oaklee is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 156 living people in the UK are called Oaklee. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Oaklee ranked #1282 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 21 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 21 boys were registered as Oaklee.
  • About 156 living people in the UK are estimated to have Oaklee as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 90.2% of Oaklee registrations are for boys.

Latest rank (E&W)

#1282

2024

Births in 2024

21

Latest year

Peak year

2024

21 births

Estimated living

156

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Oaklee

In England and Wales birth records, Oaklee has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 90.2% of registrations are for boys and 9.8% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

90% boys
Boys157 (90.2%)Girls17 (9.8%)

Oaklee registered for boys

  • Ranked #1,282 in 2024
  • 21 boys registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2024 (21 births)

Oaklee registered for girls

  • Ranked #3,695 in 2024
  • 6 girls registered in 2024
  • Peak: 2024 (6 births)

Meaning

What does Oaklee mean?

The name Oaklee is a relatively modern English name, combining the elements "oak" and "lee." The name likely emerged in the late 20th or early 21st century as a creative fusion of naturalistic and English elements.

Oak, being a sturdy and long-lived tree, has been a symbol of strength, endurance, and longevity in many cultures. The word "oak" is derived from the Old English "āc," tracing back to the Proto-Germanic "aiks." It has also been associated with concepts like truth, honor, and nobility.

The second element, "lee," is an English word referring to a sheltered area or a place protected from the wind. It comes from the Old English "hlēo," meaning "shelter" or "protection."

While there are no definitive historical references to the name Oaklee itself, the individual elements have been present in various forms throughout history. The combination of these elements creates a name that evokes a sense of strength, shelter, and connection with nature.

Regarding notable people with the name Oaklee, it is a relatively new name, and there are limited historical records. However, here are a few individuals who bear this name:

Oaklee Pendleton (born 1993) is an American fashion model and social media influencer. She has worked with various renowned brands and has a significant following on platforms like Instagram.

Oaklee Thiele (born 2006) is a young American actress known for her roles in television series like "Sneaky Pete" and "The First."

Oaklee Grace (born 2014) is the daughter of Australian cricketer Shane Watson and his wife, Lee Furlong. Her name gained attention due to her father's fame in the sporting world.

Oaklee Malone (born 2002) is an American singer-songwriter and musician from Texas. She has released several singles and has gained popularity on various music streaming platforms.

Oaklee Pryor (born 1997) is an American track and field athlete who has competed in various collegiate and national competitions, specializing in sprinting events.

It's important to note that due to the relatively recent emergence of the name Oaklee, there may not be extensive historical records or famous individuals bearing this name from earlier periods. Nevertheless, the name's components have deep roots in various cultures and languages, reflecting a blend of strength, shelter, and connection with nature.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Oaklee over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Oaklee in England and Wales, from 2008 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Oaklee, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 21 births in 2024, compared with 21 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
07142027200820162024

Decades

Oaklee by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Oaklee was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #1691 78 5
2010s #2671 74 9
2000s #3158 5 1

Related

Names similar to Oaklee

FAQ

Oaklee: questions and answers

How popular is the name Oaklee in the UK right now?

In 2024, Oaklee was ranked #1282 for boys in England and Wales, with 21 births registered.

When was Oaklee most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 21 babies registered as Oaklee in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Oaklee?

Of English origin, a name blending oak (representing strength) with lee (meadow or clearing).

How many people are called Oaklee in the UK?

A total of 157 babies have been registered as Oaklee across the 15 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.