Javier
Javier is a Christian boy name of Basque, via Spanish origin, meaning “New house”.
| Meaning | New house |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Basque, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | hah-VYER |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Javier
Javier comes from the Basque place name Etxeberri, 'new house', which became Xavier, the name of the castle in Navarre where Saint Francis Xavier was born in 1506. Francis Xavier, a founding Jesuit who preached across Asia, became so revered that Xavier, and its Spanish form Javier, became a given name. The actor Javier Bardem is a well-known modern bearer.
Is Javier a Christian name?
Javier honours Saint Francis Xavier, patron of missions, and is a classic Catholic name in Spain and Latin America.
How popular is Javier?
One of the most common Spanish men's names.
Gifts with the name Javier
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Spellings and variants of Javier
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Javier mean?
Javier means 'New house'. It is of Basque, via Spanish origin.
Is Javier a Christian name?
Javier honours Saint Francis Xavier, patron of missions, and is a classic Catholic name in Spain and Latin America.
How do you pronounce Javier?
Javier is pronounced hah-VYER.
Is Javier a boy or girl name?
Javier is usually a boy name.