Octavia, derived from Latin origins, is an uncommon yet striking feminine given name. It's composed of the elements 'octo', meaning eight, and 'avia', a reference to the female family line. This name has been popular among royalty and nobility throughout history, with notable bearers including Octavia the Younger, sister of Augustus Caesar.
The name Octa experienced fluctuating popularity between 1885 and 1941, with a total of 160 births recorded over this period. The name's peak years were 1915 (14 births) and 1919 (11 births), while it was least common in several years where only five babies were named Octa.