Octavian Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Octavian has Latin roots, meaning 'eighth'. It evolved from 'Octavius' and was popularized by Gaius Octavius, the first Roman Emperor. The name conveys a sense of strength and leadership, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Octavian"
Pronunciation
/ɒkˈteɪviən/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Octavian is derived from the Latin name 'Octavius', which means 'eighth'. It was originally a family name in ancient Rome.
Meaning
Eighth
Language Evolution
Octavius, Octavianus, Octavian
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity during the late Roman Republic, particularly associated with Gaius Octavius, who became the first Roman Emperor Augustus.
Variants & Derivatives
Octavius, Tavi, Tavian
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Octavian is viewed as a strong and historical name, often associated with leadership and power due to its connection with Augustus.
Famous People
Gaius Octavius (Augustus), Octavian Paller
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 66 peak births in 2021
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Octavian"
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 "Octavian"
"Octavian" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4449th of 10718 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4084th of 16616 | 196 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3042nd of 24088 | 538 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2570th of 23106 | 608 |
Regional Popularity of "Octavian" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
44.63% 3264th/7313 |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
46.25% 3155th/6822 |
42.19% 2648th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Octavian" 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 "Octavian"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Octavian" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Octavian" in the United States
The name Octavian is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Octavian has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Octavian' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4449th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4084th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3042nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2570th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Octavian' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.