Octavia
Octavia is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Eighth.
Origin and history
Octavia is a traditional Latin name meaning 'eighth', historically given to the eighth child or born in the eighth month. It was a prominent name in ancient Rome, borne by the sister of Emperor Augustus. In recent years, it has seen a notable resurgence in popularity in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
23,978 babies in the United States have been named Octavia since 1880. It ranks #940 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #288.
States where it is most popular
- TX (7.8 %)
- NY (7.7 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
- OH (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 289 |
| 1890-1900 | 404 |
| 1900-1910 | 491 |
| 1910-1920 | 802 |
| 1920-1930 | 846 |
| 1930-1940 | 524 |
| 1940-1950 | 421 |
| 1950-1960 | 665 |
| 1960-1970 | 849 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,629 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,053 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,005 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,492 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,917 |
| 2020-2029 | 6,591 |
Famous people named Octavia
- Octavia Butler: Author, Writer
- Octavia Spencer: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Tavia, Tavi, Via
Fun facts
- Octavia was an influential Roman clan name, famously borne by Octavia Minor, sister of Augustus Caesar.
- It features prominently in literature, including Shakespeare's play Antony and Cleopatra and Sci-Fi author Octavia E. Butler.