Male Name
Zavier
ˈzeɪ.vjəɹ
ˈzeɪ.vjə
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
variants
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
77/100
modern80%
formal65%
strong140%
strange120%
complex65%
Meaning & Etymology
Zavier is a variant of the name Xavier, which originates from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'the new house'. The name Xavier has been widely used in various cultures and languages, often associated with Saint Francis Xavier, a significant figure in Christian history.
Etymology
Original Form:
Etxeberria
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Basque 'Etxeberria' to 'Xavier' in Spanish and Portuguese, and later to 'Zavier' as a variant spelling.
Source:
Basque language, Spanish and Portuguese adaptations