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Octavia

uhk-TAY-vee-uh

Octavia (name) means a feminine given name of Latin origin, from the Roman family name Octavius, meaning "eighth.". Example: “Octavia was the sister of the emperor Augustus.”

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A feminine given name of Latin origin, from the Roman family name Octavius, meaning "eighth."
"Octavia was the sister of the emperor Augustus."
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Etymology

From Latin Octāvia, feminine of Octāvius, from octavus ("eighth").

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Octavia” mean?

The word “Octavia” means a feminine given name of Latin origin, from the Roman family name Octavius, meaning "eighth.".

How do you pronounce “Octavia”?

“Octavia” is pronounced uhk-TAY-vee-uh (/əkˈteɪ.vi.ə/ in IPA).

How do you use “Octavia” in a sentence?

Here is “Octavia” used in a sentence: “Octavia was the sister of the emperor Augustus.”

What part of speech is “Octavia”?

“Octavia” is a name.

Where does the word “Octavia” come from?

The word “Octavia” comes from Latin. From Latin Octāvia, feminine of Octāvius, from octavus ("eighth").

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