Xavier
Xavier is a Christian boy name of Basque origin, meaning “New house”.
| Meaning | New house |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Basque |
| Pronunciation | ZAY-vee-er |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | United States, France, Spain, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Xavier
Xavier comes from the Basque place name Etxeberri, 'new house', the source of the village of Javier in Navarre. Saint Francis Xavier, born at the castle there in 1506, was a founding member of the Jesuits and a missionary to India and Japan. Devotion to him spread the name through the Catholic world. The meaning 'bright' sometimes given comes from a mistaken link with Arabic.
Is Xavier a Christian name?
Xavier is a Christian name, given in honour of Saint Francis Xavier, patron of missionaries.
How popular is Xavier?
Popular in the United States and in Catholic countries.
Gifts with the name Xavier
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Spellings and variants of Xavier
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xavier mean?
Xavier means 'New house'. It is of Basque origin.
Is Xavier a Christian name?
Xavier is a Christian name, given in honour of Saint Francis Xavier, patron of missionaries.
How do you pronounce Xavier?
Xavier is pronounced ZAY-vee-er.
Is Xavier a boy or girl name?
Xavier is usually a boy name.