By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Oeberron is an extremely rare masculine name that appears to be modern or invented. It may derive from fictional sources, possibly inspired by 'Eberron,' a campaign setting in the Dungeons & Dragons…
Mythological name
"ocean"
Oceanus was the Titan in ancient Greek mythology who rules what they thought was the body of water that surrounded the Earth. Oceanus was, appropriately enough, the name of the baby born on the…
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…
Octavous is a masculine name derived from the Latin 'octavus,' meaning 'eighth.' This variation of the more common Octavius carries the same classical Roman heritage, traditionally given to the…
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.
Spanish variation of Octavius
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.
Color name
"grayish green"
Like Cerulean, one of the new and unusual color names -- it's a soft grayish green -- suitable for a boy.
Octavus is a masculine name with Latin origins, functioning as a variant of Octavius, which literally means 'eighth' in Latin. Historically, this name was often given to the eighth child born in a…
Italian, “eighth”
Spirited Italian form of Octavius
Odale is an uncommon masculine name with potential roots in several linguistic traditions. It may relate to Germanic elements where 'odal' referred to ancestral property or heritage, connecting it to…
Germano is a masculine name with Latin roots, derived from 'germanus,' meaning 'brother' or 'genuine.' It's also connected to the ancient Roman name for Germany and its people. Popular in Italian,…
German
"possessor of enormous wealth"
German name with a Latin rhythm.
Odilón is a masculine name with Spanish and Latin origins, derived from the Germanic name Odilo or Otto, meaning 'wealth' or 'fortune.' The name carries an air of distinction and historical…
African
"thirteenth born son"
If you choose this name, it's not likely to be for the meaning.
Greek mythology name
"wrathful"
The name of the brave, resourceful hero of Homer's epic saga, Odysseus is associated with hatching the Trojan Horse plot, and with his long and challenging journey home to his kingdom. Possibly…
Odyssée is an uncommon masculine name derived from the ancient Greek epic 'The Odyssey,' written by Homer. The name evokes the legendary journey of Odysseus (Ulysses), symbolizing adventure,…
Greek
"swollen foot"
Sure to give a complex.
Japanese
"small field"
Perfect for a child of Japanese Irish heritage.
Ugandan
"born after twins"
Mellow and musical.
"brotherly; from Germany"
First used by the ancient Romans to describe a tribe of people, Germanus of Auxerre was a bishop and saint in Gaul.
