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Tom 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

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Popularity Comparison

Tom Rank #2,829
Oakes Rank #3,027

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 vs #3027 for Oakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tom or Oakes more popular?

Tom is more popular, ranked #2829 compared to Oakes at #3027 in the United States.

What do Tom and Oakes mean?

Tom means "twin" (Aramaic origin). Oakes means "dweller near the oak trees" (Old English origin).

Are Tom and Oakes boy or girl names?

Tom is primarily a boy name. Oakes is primarily a boy name.

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