Octavia is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #502 in 2025 with 80 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 123 births ranking #373. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 370.6%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 3,166 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.