Oaklee, Oakley, Oakleigh: Parents branch out to oak-based names, especially in red states

The Angel Oak tree on Johns Island near Charleston, S.C., pictured in September 2013.

Olivia and Liam are the most popular baby names now, but Social Security Administration data shows oak-based names are gaining popularity, particularly in conservative parts of the country.

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Olivia and Liam are the most popular baby names now, but Social Security Administration data shows oak-based names are gaining popularity, particularly in conservative parts of the country.