Octave Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Octave has Latin roots, meaning 'eighth'. It evolved through various historical forms, reflecting its significance in music and family lineage. While it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to convey a sense of creativity and individuality in modern times.
The name Octave is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Octave has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Octave' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2386th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3013th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4660th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Octave' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Octave"
Pronunciation
/ˈɒk.teɪv/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Octave is derived from the Latin word 'octavus', meaning 'eighth'. It originally referred to the eighth son or child in a family.
Meaning
eighth
Language Evolution
Octavus (Latin), Octave (Old French), Octave (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Octave gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in France, due to its association with the octave in music and its use in ecclesiastical contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Octavio, Octavus, Oktay
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Octave is often associated with musical talent and creativity, as well as a sense of uniqueness.
Famous People
Octave Mirbeau, a French novelist and playwright, Octave Chanute, an aviation pioneer, Octave Lapize, a French professional road racing cyclist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Octave"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Octave"
"Octave" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2386th of 7545 | 187 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3013th of 6773 | 116 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4660th of 7552 | 43 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Octave" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
48.14% 1139th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
58.10% 1367th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.54% 1927th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Octave" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Octave"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Octave" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.