Male Name
Xavier
ˈzeɪ.vjəɹ
ɪɡ.ˈzeɪ.vjəɹ
ˈzeɪ.vjə
ɪɡ.ˈzeɪ.vjə
ɡza.vje
ʃɐ.vi.ˈɛɾ
ʃa.vi.ˈɛx
ʃə.bi.ˈe
xa.ˈβjeɾ
sa.ˈβjer
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
American Horror Story characters
artists
ballerinos
baseball players
Caillou characters
colleges or universities
comedians
Craig of the Creek characters
cricketers
directors
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
classic65%
mature65%
formal100%
upper class100%
urban65%
wholesome65%
strong140%
refined65%
strange120%
complex100%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Xavier is derived from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'the new house'. It gained prominence as a given name in honor of Saint Francis Xavier, a Jesuit priest and missionary who played a significant role in spreading Christianity in Asia during the 16th century. The name is particularly popular among Catholics and symbolizes new beginnings and missionary zeal.
Etymology
Original Form:
Etxeberria
Evolution:
From Basque place name to a surname, then adopted as a given name in honor of Saint Francis Xavier.
Source:
Basque language, meaning 'the new house'.