October Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationok-TOH-ber / /ɒkˈtoʊbər/English; Latin
Meaning
October (English); 'eighth month' (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, October is derived from the Latin 'october', which means 'eighth month', as it was the eighth month in the Roman calendar. The name reflects the time of harvest and change in seasons, often associated with autumn festivities. In modern usage, it has become a unique name choice for boys, symbolizing a connection to nature and the passage of time.
Similar Names
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Variants
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International Variants
- Octobre (French)
- Octubre (Spanish)
Famous people named October
October Jones — author and illustrator.
October Gonzalez — television personality.
Fictional characters named October
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name October was first seen in the United States in 2016. October has ranked as high as #1355 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Iowa. In the past 5 years the name October has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for October (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 12 |