October is the tenth month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars, with a length of 31 days. Its name originates from the Latin word 'octo', meaning 'eight', as it was originally the eighth month in the Roman calendar before the addition of January and February. The name has been retained despite the calendar shift, reflecting its historical roots. In various cultures, October marks the transition into autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and spring in the Southern Hemisphere, symbolizin...