October
Pronunciation: [ ahkt-OHB-er ]
Does October flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like October
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for October
10 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to October
See all →What the October report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is October the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put October head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what October actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
October first appeared in US Social Security records in 2016.
Over 87 babies have been named October in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, October is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #7,211 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #7,211
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how October fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Also a Girl Name
October is also used as a girl name, ranked #3592.
View October as a girl name →Similar Names
See all names like October →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare October with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with October and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how October sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Old High German origin
"famous warrior (from Chlodwig/Louis)"
#7,242 in US
Latin origin
"fortunate, consecrated"
#7,072 in US
Arabic/Turkish origin
"moon-blessed, divine"
#7,131 in US
Irish Gaelic speculative origin
"little great one"
#7,163 in US
Old French Arthurian origin
"noble or renowned knight"
#7,375 in US
Dutch brandewijn origin
"burnt wine, distilled wine"
#7,348 in US
Welsh/Celtic origin
"strength, power"
#7,246 in US
Amazigh/Berber origin
"free person"
#7,185 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with October's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About October
Is October a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce October?
How popular is the name October?
What are common nicknames for October?
Is October a common or rare name?
About the Name October
October is a boy name .
Is October a boy or girl name? October is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #7,211 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,592. October is more commonly used as a girl name.
October is currently ranked #7,211 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for October include Oct, Octo, Octoy, Octoie, Ber, Bery, Berie, Ocy, Ocie, and Octkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis