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Octavian

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Octavian (name) means a masculine given name of Latin origin, historically borne by Augustus Caesar before he took the name Augustus. Example: “Octavian later became the first Roman emperor, Augustus.”

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A masculine given name of Latin origin, historically borne by Augustus Caesar before he took the name Augustus.
"Octavian later became the first Roman emperor, Augustus."
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_____ later became the first Roman emperor, Augustus.

Etymology

From Latin Octavianus, a derivative of Octāvius.

Origin: Latin

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Octavian” mean?
The word “Octavian” means a masculine given name of Latin origin, historically borne by Augustus Caesar before he took the name Augustus.
How do you pronounce “Octavian”?
“Octavian” is pronounced ok-TAY-vee-uhn (/ɒkˈteɪvi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Octavian” in a sentence?
Here is “Octavian” used in a sentence: “Octavian later became the first Roman emperor, Augustus.”
What part of speech is “Octavian”?
“Octavian” is a name.
Where does the word “Octavian” come from?
The word “Octavian” comes from Latin. From Latin Octavianus, a derivative of Octāvius.