Octaviano
Octaviano is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Eighth or born eighth.
Origin and history
Octaviano is a masculine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Octavianus, which means 'eighth'. Historically linked to Emperor Augustus (born Gaius Octavius), the name preserved its presence through Romance languages. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinct traditional name.
Popularity in the United States
689 babies in the United States have been named Octaviano since 1880. It ranks #3987 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1909.
States where it is most popular
- TX (89.7 %)
- NM (5.6 %)
- CA (4.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 20 |
| 1920-1930 | 69 |
| 1930-1940 | 99 |
| 1940-1950 | 81 |
| 1950-1960 | 81 |
| 1960-1970 | 34 |
| 1970-1980 | 76 |
| 1980-1990 | 73 |
| 1990-2000 | 79 |
| 2000-2010 | 41 |
| 2010-2019 | 18 |
| 2020-2029 | 18 |
Nicknames
Tavo, Tavi
Fun facts
- The name stems from the Roman cognomen Octavianus, famously borne by the first Roman Emperor before taking the title Augustus.
- In ancient Rome, names like Octavius and Octaviano were traditionally given to the eighth child or eighth-born son.