Ottavia is a lovely Italian feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning "eighth." It is the Italian form of Octavia and has a variant, Ottaviana. The name day for Ottavia is celebrated on 20th November in Italy in honor of Saint Ottavio the Martyr. Notable bearers of this name include Claudia Ottavia, a Roman empress and wife of Nero, Ottavia Penna Buscemi, an Italian politician, Ottavia Cestonaro, an Italian athlete, Ottavia Piccolo, a renowned Italian actress, and Ottavia Vitagliano, an Italian writer, editor, and publisher. With its rich historical significance and elegant sound, Ottavia is a meaningful and timeless choice for a baby girl.