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Octavio
BoySpanish, Latin· “eighth”
- Meaning
- eighth
- Origin
- Spanish, Latin
- Pronunciation
- ok-TAH-vee-oh
- Syllables
- 4
- US rank 2025
- #1,278
- US babies 2025
- 154
- Best rank
- #532 (2003)
- Peak year
- 2003
Meaning and origin of Octavio
Octavio is a Spanish and Latin name that means “eighth”.
Octavio is the Spanish form of Octavius, a Roman family name derived from the Latin octavus, meaning eighth. The name was borne by Gaius Octavius, later known as Augustus, the first Roman emperor. Octavio Paz, the Mexican poet and essayist, won the Nobel Prize in Literature, giving the name a strong literary association. Octavio has a rich, rhythmic sound and a dignified, classic feel. Tavo is a popular Spanish nickname, and Octo and Tavi are also used.
Popularity over time
Octavio first appears in US Social Security records in 1908. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 43 different years, starting in 1967. Its best national rank was #532 in 2003, the same year it reached its highest count of 437 babies. In 2025, 154 babies were named Octavio, and it ranked #1,278 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #2,308 in 1920, #1,455 in 1950, #736 in 1980, #685 in 2000, #931 in 2010, and #1,278 in 2025. Of the 11,449 US boys named Octavio since records began, 25% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 1990s come next, with 2,153 babies. Since 2010, 2,430 more have been named Octavio.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Jair, Savion, Kadin, Kyan, and Adolfo.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Octavio ranked highest in California, Texas, and Arizona.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| California | #677 | 41 |
| Texas | #727 | 38 |
| Arizona | #906 | 6 |
| Illinois | #914 | 9 |
| Washington | #1109 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Octavio is usually pronounced ok-TAH-vee-oh, with four syllables. It has seven letters, starts with O and ends in “-io”.
Middle names for Octavio
A few middle names that flow with Octavio: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Octavio
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Octavio mean?
Octavio is a Spanish and Latin name that means “eighth”.
What is the origin of the name Octavio?
Octavio has Spanish and Latin roots. Octavio is the Spanish form of Octavius, a Roman family name derived from the Latin octavus, meaning eighth.
Is Octavio a popular name?
Not especially. Octavio ranked #1,278 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Octavio a boy or girl name?
Octavio is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Octavio?
Octavio is usually pronounced ok-TAH-vee-oh. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings