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Xavier: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ksa-hve-e-e-hr
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Popularity: 50
Origin: France
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 2 mins read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: New house

Xavier is a masculine name with both Spanish and Basque origins, meaning "new house". The name is derived from the Basque place name Etxeberria, which also means "the new house". It is a unique way to celebrate a baby as a new addition to the family. The name Xavier is also associated with Saint Francis Xavier, a Jesuit missionary to the Far East, who was given this name to honor the Spanish-Basque village where he came from.

Xavier Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Xavier is currently #50 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Xavier is currently #50 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Xavier is currently #49 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Xavier is currently #49 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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Famous People Named Xavier

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Xavier, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Xavier Dolan: Xavier Dolan is a Canadian filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter known for his films "I Killed My Mother," "Mommy," and "It's Only the End of the World."
  • Xavier Samuel: Xavier Samuel is an Australian actor known for his roles in "Twilight
  • Xavier Rudd: Xavier Rudd is an Australian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his blend of folk, blues, and reggae music.
  • Xavier Niel: Xavier Niel is a French entrepreneur and businessman known for founding the telecommunications company Iliad and his investments in technology and startups.
  • Xavier Beauvois: Xavier Beauvois is a French actor, film director, and screenwriter.
  • Xavier Armange: Xavier Armange is a French writer and illustrator of children's books.
  • Xavier Musca: Xavier Musca is a French economist, writer, and public administrator.
  • Xavier Hernández, also known as Xavi: Xavier Hernández is a Spanish footballer and manager.
  • Xavier Rhodes: Xavier Rhodes is an American football player.
  • Xavier Roberts: Xavier Roberts is an American businessman known for creating the Cabbage Patch Kids dolls. Xavier Dolan is a Canadian filmmaker and actor.

 

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