Octavia is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1015 in 1997 with 20 recorded births. This places Octavia in the top 20% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 123 births ranking #373. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 17.6%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 14,659 girls born was named Octavia. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Octavia is a stately Latin classic meaning 'eighth'. It feels elegant, intelligent, and slightly dramatic in a good way.
The name was borne in ancient Rome and later revived by parents drawn to grand classical names with structure. Its crisp consonants and flowing ending make it especially memorable.