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The name Oakland originates from the English words for oak and land, indicating a place abundant in oak trees. It has evolved from Old English through Middle English to its modern form. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly to oak trees. It does not have biblical relevance. Oakland became more widely recognized in the 19th century, especially in the United States. Variants include Oake and Oakley, and today, Oakland is known for its cultural diversity and vibrancy, with notable figures such as Kamala Harris and Tom Hanks associated with the name.

The name Oakland is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Oakland has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Oakland' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5870th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8367th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1727th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6059th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Oakland' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.