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Octavious
Pronounced ok-TAY-vee-us /ɒkˈteɪ.vi.əs/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Octavius — from Latin octavus, 'the eighth' (often given to an eighth child or one born in the eighth month)Low
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History & Origin
Octavious is a spelling of Octavius — from Latin octavus, 'the eighth' (often given to an eighth child or one born in the eighth month). Linked to Octavian, who became the emperor Augustus. A crisp, classic name (said 'ok-TAY-vee-us'; nickname Tavi).
In the U.S. it appears as a variant spelling. Rare in this form, the-eighth at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Octavious mean?
Octavious spells Octavius — Latin 'the eighth'.
How do you pronounce Octavious?
It's said ok-TAY-vee-us /ɒkˈteɪ.vi.əs/ — four syllables, stress on the second.
Is Octavious a boy or girl name?
Octavious is a boy's name.
How popular is Octavious?
Octavious is a rare spelling in the U.S.