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Oaklei
Pronounced OHK-lee /ˈoʊk.li/High
Meaning: A spelling of Oakley — from the Old English ac, 'oak', + leah, 'a wood/clearing', hence 'the oak clearing'; we note the surnameLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Oaklei is a spelling of Oakley — from the Old English ac, 'oak', + leah, 'a wood/clearing', hence 'the oak clearing' (we note the surname). A crisp, modern name (said 'OHK-lee').
In the U.S. it appears as a modern nature/surname name for girls. Rare in this form, the-oak-clearing at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Oaklei mean?
Oaklei spells Oakley — English 'the oak clearing' (ac + leah). We note the surname.
How do you pronounce Oaklei?
It's said OHK-lee /ˈoʊk.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Oaklei a boy or girl name?
Oaklei is a girl's name.
How popular is Oaklei?
Oaklei is a very rare spelling in the U.S.