Names That Mean Eighth

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.

Otavio

Brazilian form of Octavius, Latin

"eighth"

Also written as Otávio, this streamlined form of the Ancient Roman Octavius is notably borne by the Brazilian football players Otávio da Silva Monteiro and Otávio Ataide, both known more commonly as…

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"

Otávio

Brazilian Portuguese, from Latin

"eighth"

Otávio is a form of Octavius used commonly in Brazil. Its handsome sound and lovely nicknames make it a very appealing choice, just as elegant but less stately than the Latin original.

Shaban

Arabic

"eightH month of the Islamic calendar; to scatter, to branch out"

An Arabic name, also used to refer to the eighth month of the Islamic calendar. More literally, the name comes from the word shaʿaba meaning "to scatter, branch out, to spread", a name bestowed on…