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Ottavio

English translation/equivalent: Octavius

Origin: Derived from the Latin octavus, which in turn is derived from octo, "eight," and originally indicated the eighth son.

Name Day/Onomastico: November 20—in memory of St. Octavius, martyred during the reign of Massimiano.

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