| Meaning | eighth |
| Origin | Latin, Roman |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Oc-ta-vi-an |
About Octavian
Octavian stands as a name of imperial grandeur and classical sophistication. This name doesn't simply suggest greatness—it demands it. With connections to Roman history and the emperor who became Augustus, Octavian carries weight and expectation. It's a bold choice for parents who envision their son achieving remarkable things, who believe in setting high standards from the very beginning. The four-syllable structure gives it a rhythmic, almost musical quality, while the strong consonants provide backbone and authority. Octavian works beautifully in formal settings while offering the friendly nickname "Octave" or even "Tavi" for everyday use. This isn't a name for the timid or uncertain—it's for families who embrace distinctiveness and aren't concerned with fitting in. The name suggests intelligence, culture, and refined taste. Consider Octavian if you're looking for something truly uncommon, something that will make your son memorable in any context. It's a name that carries centuries of history while feeling fresh and unexpected in today's naming landscape. Octavian isn't just different; it's distinguished.
Nicknames for Octavian
| Oct |
| Octy |
| Tavi |
Famous People Named Octavian
| Octavian Goga | Romanian poet and politician |
| Octavian Ursu | German politician |
| Octavian Paler | Romanian writer |
| Octavian Belu | Romanian gymnastics coach |
| Octavian Smigelschi | Romanian painter |
| Octavian Cotescu | Romanian actor |
| Octavian Teodorescu | Romanian physicist |
| Octavian Morariu | Romanian rugby player |
| Octavian Baban | Romanian historian |
| Octavian Dragomir | Romanian journalist |
| Octavian Nemescu | Romanian composer |
| Octavian Bjoza | Romanian architect |
| Octavian Curpaş | Romanian sculptor |
| Octavian Ciovică | Romanian journalist |
| Octavian Soviany | Romanian poet |
| Octavian Manea | Romanian writer |
| Octavian Medeleanu | Romanian chemist |
| Octavian Pantiş | Romanian painter |
| Octavian Vlaicu | Romanian engineer |
| Octavian Chihaia | Romanian lawyer |
Characters Named Octavian
| Octavian Caesar | character in the "Masters of Rome" series by Colleen McCullough |
| Octavian Grant | character in the "Percy Jackson & the Olympians" series by Rick Riordan |
| Octavian Kostas | character in the "Heroes of Olympus" series by Rick Riordan |
| Octavian de Valois | character in the "The Inheritance Trilogy" by N.K. Jemisin |
| Octavian Drood | character in the "Drood" by Dan Simmons |
| Octavian Raines | character in the "Air Awakens" series by Elise Kova |
| Octavian Montalvo | character in the "Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children" series by Ransom Riggs |
| Octavian Roe | character in the "Gone" series by Michael Grant |
| Octavian Canteloupe | character in the "Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel" series by Michael Scott |
| Octavian de Aumont | character in the "Glamourist Histories" series by Mary Robinette Kowal |
| Octavian Leo | character in the "The Heroes of Arcania" series by Liz Long |
| Octavian Smith | character in the "The Foxhole Court" series by Nora Sakavic |
| Octavian Marlowe | character in the "Inheritance Trilogy" by Megan Whalen Turner |
| Octavian Dalgleish | character in the "Seabound Chronicles" series by Jordan Rivet |
| Octavian Creed | character in the "Steel and Fire" series by Jordan Rivet |
| Octavian Raine | character in the "Soulbound" series by Hailey Turner |
| Octavian Bloom | character in the "Muse Chronicles" series by Lisa Kessler |
| Octavian Phoenix | character in the "Tales of the Blackbone Witches" series by M.L. Spencer |
| Octavian Foss | character in the "Tales of Verania" series by T.J. Klune |
| Octavian Grigori | character in the "Gilded Wolves" series by Roshani Chokshi |