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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Eighth (French form of the Roman family name Octāvius)
- Origin
- French, from Latin (Octāvius)
- Gender
- Primarily used for boys
- Pronunciation
- ahk-TAHV
Octave is a French name meaning "eighth," taken from the Roman family name Octāvius. It's pronounced ahk-TAHV, with the stress on the second syllable. If you're drawn to a name with a clear numerical meaning and a French-from-Latin background, this one fits.
Meaning & Origin of Octave
Meaning: Eighth (French form of the Roman family name Octāvius).
Origin: French, from Latin (Octāvius).
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Octave
ahk-TAHVIPA /ɒkˈtɑːv/
Popularity of Octave
Octave peaked in the U.S. at #628 in 1885, when 10 babies were given the name. By 2024 it ranked #11904, with just 6 babies, so a child named Octave today would be unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Octave mean?
Eighth (French form of the Roman family name Octāvius). (Source: Wikipedia)
How do you pronounce Octave?
Octave is pronounced ahk-TAHV (IPA: /ɒkˈtɑːv/).
Is Octave a popular name right now?
Octave peaked at #628 in 1885 and is ranked #11904 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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