Xavi: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: x-ahv-ee
Origin: Brazil
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Region Origin: Andean States, Southern Cone, Southern Europe, Central America
Meaning: New house

Xavi is a shortened form of Xavier, which is derived from the Latin name "Hacivarius, " meaning "new house. " The name has been popularized by Saint Francis Xavier, a 16th-century Spanish missionary. In modern times, the name Xavi has gained popularity globally, especially in Spain and Latin America. Xavi is associated with charisma and leadership qualities, but there is no direct evidence linking the name to intelligence. The use of the name has remained relatively consistent over the years, with a slight increase in popularity in recent decades.

Xavi Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Xavi is currently #2393 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Xavi is currently #1077 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Xavi is currently #1150 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Xavi is currently #538 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Xavi is currently #1226 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Xavi is currently #552 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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