Octavian
boy name#2572 in 2025Octavian entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #2157 in 2021, ranks #2572 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1970–2025
#2572
rank today
#2157
peak (2021)
51
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #3901 |
| 1980s | #4300 |
| 1990s | #3862 |
| 2000s | #3072 |
| 2010s | #2870 |
| 2020s | #2366 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Octavian has been most popular in TX, CA, AZ.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Octavian are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Octavian alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Octavian in 2025?
- Octavian ranks #2572 among US boy names in 2025, with 51 babies given the name.
- When was the name Octavian most popular?
- Octavian peaked in 2021, reaching #2157 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Octavian with classmates?
- Octavian will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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