Holding steady.
Popularity of Octa since 1885
Babies named Octa per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Octa's real moment was 1885.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 20 |
| 1890s | 22 |
| 1900s | 28 |
| 1910s | 50 |
| 1920s | 34 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Octa is a rare and unusual name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1885 with a single birth that year. It has never ranked in the top 1000 for any decade, and as of 2025, its usage remains negligible. The name is likely a feminine variant of Octavius, derived from the Latin 'octavus' meaning 'eighth', though its exact etymology is uncertain. Octa has no recorded usage in any U.S. state with enough frequency to list, and it has remained stable in its rarity over the past century. For parents seeking a truly distinctive name with a classical root, Octa offers an obscure choice.
Octa is likely a feminine diminutive of Octavius, a Roman family name derived from the Latin 'octavus' meaning 'eighth'. It has been used sporadically in English-speaking countries since the 19th century, possibly as a variant of Octavia or a standalone name. Its rarity contributes to its uncertain derivation.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Octa
Names that share Octa's style, for a brother or sister.
