Octavio Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Octavio is a Latin name meaning 'eighth', originally used for the eighth child. It has evolved through various historical forms and retains a sophisticated image today. The name has no biblical relevance and has been popular in Spanish-speaking cultures.
The name Octavio is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Octavio has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Octavio' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2134th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1540th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1291st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 853rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 736th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 773rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1288th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Octavio' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Octavio"
Pronunciation
/ɒkˈteɪvi.oʊ/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Octavio is derived from the Latin name 'Octavius', which means 'eighth'. It was originally used for the eighth-born child in a family.
Meaning
eighth
Language Evolution
Octavius, Octavius (Latin), Octavius (Old Roman)
Historical Usage
Octavio gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Spanish-speaking countries, after the Roman Empire and has been used consistently since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Octavio, Octave, Octaviano
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Octavio is viewed as a traditional yet sophisticated name, often associated with cultural heritage and family lineage.
Famous People
Octavio Paz, Octavio Octavius, Octavio Dotel
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Octavio"
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 "Octavio"
"Octavio" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2134th of 7545 | 229 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1540th of 6773 | 377 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1291st of 7552 | 676 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 853rd of 10718 | 1,448 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 736th of 16616 | 2,777 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 773rd of 24088 | 4,030 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1288th of 23106 | 1,757 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Octavio" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
47.00% 1112th/2366 |
76.36% 872nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.82% 890th/2353 |
58.37% 903rd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
44.61% 1084th/2430 |
31.34% 894th/2853 |
27.86% 773rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.58% 957th/2937 |
29.17% 1016th/3483 |
24.50% 862nd/3518 |
11.70% 473rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.29% 932nd/3685 |
29.56% 1323rd/4475 |
17.10% 888th/5194 |
6.63% 419th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
24.03% 1101st/4582 |
37.41% 1932nd/5164 |
11.98% 876th/7313 |
6.50% 485th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.70% 1741st/3984 |
59.86% 2686th/4487 |
18.92% 1291st/6822 |
12.87% 808th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Octavio" 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 "Octavio"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Octavio" 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.