Names That Mean Eighth
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Octavia
Latin
"eighth"
Octavia began as the Latin, then Victorian name for an eighth child. While there aren't many eighth children anymore, this ancient Roman name has real possibilities as a substitute for the overused…
Octavio
Spanish variation of Octavius
"eighth"
The most popular of the number names used by Hispanic parents, open to all. Octavia and Octavio are two Spanish baby names that are moving out into the wider world.
Octavius
Latin
"eighth"
Octavius, which was at one time used for the eighth child in a family, has the worn leather patina of all the ancient Roman names now up for reconsideration. As a Roman family name, it derives from…
Octavian
Latin
"eighth"
With the rise of ancient Roman names, Octavian suddenly seem plausible again. A variation of Octavius and relative of the more modern Octavio, it's an equally attractive member of the trio.
Octayvia
Variation of Octavia, Latin
"eighth"
Variation of Octavia.
Ottaviano
Italian
"eighth"
A more elaborate spin on the handsome Italian name Ottavio, from Latin Octavius.
Hachiro
Japanese
"eighth son"
Typically spelled Hachirō, with a macron over the O. It was historically given to the eighth son in a family, although these days eight sons is a rare occurrence.
Hachirou
Japanese
"eighth son"
Traditionally given to the eighth son in Japan. It can also be spelled Hachiro.
Oktawian
Polish variation of Octavian, Latin
"eighth"
Oktawia
Polish variation of Octavia, Latin
"eighth"
Tavia
Spanish short form of Octavia
"eighth"
Cute, distinctive diminutive for this regal-sounding name.
October
English word name
"month name"
What is so rare as a month named June? October – and November and December – are a lot rarer. Brisk and substantial, they're so much more memorable and modern than April or May. October got its name…
