Oka
Oka Meaning & Origin
About Oka
The surname Oka is of Japanese origin and has multiple meanings. One interpretation is that it is derived from the Japanese word "oka," meaning "hill" or "ridge." This suggests that the surname may have been given to individuals who lived near or on a hill or ridge. Another possible meaning is that Oka is a variant of the surname Oga, which refers to a place name in Japan. Additionally, Oka can also be a shortened form of longer surnames like Okamoto or Okamura. As with many surnames, the exact meaning and origin can vary depending on the specific family and region.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Oka is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Oka: 867
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 27732
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.29
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Oka based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Oka in Braille
Here's how to represent Oka in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Oka using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Oka using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
