Occie
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly a diminutive form of Octavia.
Name Census estimates that about 1 living Americans carry the first name Occie. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Occie today is around 116 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Occie births was 1923 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Occie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Occie is about 116 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Occies were born before 1920.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Occie. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
1
~ 1 in 342,754,338 Americans
Peak year
1923
7 babies that year
Average age
116
years old
1933 SSA rank
#4,697
Tracked since 1913
Popularity
Occie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Occie from the 1910s through to the 1930s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1920s, with 17 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1920s peak, Occie remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Occie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Occie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Occie
The name Occie is a unique and intriguing one, with roots that can be traced back to ancient cultures and civilizations. Its origins lie in the Etruscan language, which was spoken in ancient Italy before the rise of Rome. The word "Occie" is believed to have derived from the Etruscan word "occio," meaning "eye" or "vision."
In Etruscan mythology, the concept of the "eye" held significant symbolic importance, representing wisdom, perception, and the ability to see beyond the physical realm. The name Occie may have been bestowed upon individuals who were believed to possess a heightened sense of intuition or spiritual insight.
Records of the name Occie can be found in various ancient texts and inscriptions from the Etruscan civilization, dating back to the 6th century BCE. One notable example is an inscription found on a burial urn from the city of Cerveteri, which mentions an individual named "Occie Velsuna."
As the Etruscan culture was gradually absorbed into the Roman Empire, the name Occie likely gained some popularity among the Roman population. However, its usage remained relatively rare and obscure throughout the centuries.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Occie was Occie Publius, a Roman philosopher and scholar who lived in the 2nd century CE. His writings on the nature of consciousness and the human mind were highly regarded in his time.
In the Middle Ages, the name Occie resurfaced in various regions of Europe, albeit with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. In the 11th century, a Benedictine monk named Occie of Montecassino gained recognition for his contributions to the study of ancient texts and his skill as a calligrapher.
During the Renaissance period, the name Occie was associated with a renowned Italian painter and sculptor, Occie Della Robbia (1399-1482). His intricate terracotta reliefs and sculptures adorned numerous churches and public buildings throughout Italy.
In the 18th century, Occie Voltaire (1694-1778), a French writer, historian, and philosopher, became one of the most influential figures of the Enlightenment era. His works, such as "Candide" and "Philosophical Letters," challenged the status quo and advocated for religious tolerance and freedom of expression.
Another notable figure bearing the name Occie was Occie Curie (1867-1934), a Polish-born physicist and chemist who made groundbreaking contributions to the study of radioactivity. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and remains an iconic figure in the field of science.
While the name Occie has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has been carried by individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from philosophy and art to science and literature. Its unique and intriguing origins continue to captivate those who delve into the rich tapestry of nomenclature and cultural heritage.
People
Occie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Occie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Occie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Occie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Occie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 342,754,338 US residents.
Is Occie a common name?
We classify Occie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 3.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 38 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Occie most popular?
The single biggest year for Occie was 1923, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Occie is about 116 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Occie in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Occie a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Occie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Occie still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Occie in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Occie can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Occie as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Occie on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.