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Octavus

Pronunciation: [ AHKT-uhv-oos ]

Boy Name #36,079 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Octavus is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced AHKT-uhv-oos.

Parents who love the name Octavus often also consider Aviraaj, Aimen, Chenyu .

Popularity Over Time

#36,079
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#36,079
Total SSA Count
5

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Oct Ocy Octie Octaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Octavus

Is Octavus a boy or girl name?
Octavus is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Octavus?
Octavus is pronounced AHKT-uhv-oos.
How popular is the name Octavus?
Octavus is currently ranked #36079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Octavus?
Common nicknames for Octavus include Oct, Ocy, Octie, and Octaie.
Is Octavus a common or rare name?
Octavus is an uncommon name, ranked #36079 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Octavus

Octavus is a boy name .

Octavus is currently ranked #36,079 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Octavus include Oct, Ocy, Octie, and Octaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Octavus include Octavio, Octavius, Octavian . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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