Octavia is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #952 in 1999 with 22 recorded births. This places Octavia in the top 19% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 123 births ranking #373. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 29.4%. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 12,804 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.