Octavio
Octavio is a Christian boy name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Eighth”.
| Meaning | Eighth |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ohk-TAH-vyoh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Mexico, Argentina, Spain, Chile |
Meaning and origin of Octavio
Octavio comes from the Roman family name Octavius, built on 'octavus', eighth. It may originally have marked an eighth child, though as a family name it had long lost that sense. Its best-known ancient bearer was Gaius Octavius, who became the emperor Augustus. In the Spanish-speaking world, Mexican poet Octavio Paz, winner of the 1990 Nobel Prize in Literature, is the most celebrated modern bearer.
Is Octavio a Christian name?
Octavio is a classical Roman name rather than a biblical one, used freely by Catholic families.
How popular is Octavio?
Well recognised in Mexico and Latin America, with a modest recent revival.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Octavio mean?
Octavio means 'Eighth'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Octavio a Christian name?
Octavio is a classical Roman name rather than a biblical one, used freely by Catholic families.
How do you pronounce Octavio?
Octavio is pronounced ohk-TAH-vyoh.
Is Octavio a boy or girl name?
Octavio is usually a boy name.