Penn vs Oakes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Penn Rank #2,952
Oakes Rank #3,027

Penn is more popular, ranked #2952 vs #3027 for Oakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penn or Oakes more popular?

Penn is more popular, ranked #2952 compared to Oakes at #3027 in the United States.

What do Penn and Oakes mean?

Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin). Oakes means "dweller near the oak trees" (Old English origin).

Are Penn and Oakes boy or girl names?

Penn is primarily a boy name. Oakes is primarily a boy name.

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