Terence vs Oakes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oakes

Boy #3,027 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller near the oak trees"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,027
Total SSA Count
41
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Terence Rank #2,926
Oakes Rank #3,027

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 vs #3027 for Oakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terence or Oakes more popular?

Terence is more popular, ranked #2926 compared to Oakes at #3027 in the United States.

What do Terence and Oakes mean?

Terence means "smooth, tender" (Latin/Oscan origin). Oakes means "dweller near the oak trees" (Old English origin).

Are Terence and Oakes boy or girl names?

Terence is primarily a boy name. Oakes is primarily a boy name.

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