Xavier

#34 in New Mexico

Meaning of Xavier

The name Xavier is a distinguished and timeless choice for boys, with roots deeply embedded in history and culture. Originating from the Basque language, Xavier means "new house" or "bright." It gained prominence through Saint Francis Xavier, a co-founder of the Jesuit order in the 16th century, which has contributed to its widespread use among Christian communities. Pronounced as ZAY-vee-ər (/zeɪvɪər/) in English, this name carries an air of sophistication and strength. A popular variation of the name is Xavi. Over the years, Xavier has consistently been a favored choice for parents in the United States, steadily climbing the ranks from 507th place in 1979 to reaching as high as 68th place in 2009. In recent years, it remains within the top 100 names, reflecting its enduring appeal and versatility.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as ZAY-vee-ər (/zeɪvɪər/)

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Notable People Named Xavier

Xavier Dolan-Tadros is a Canadian filmmaker and actor known for his acclaimed arthouse films, including his directorial debut "I Killed My Mother."
Xavier Becerra is an American lawyer and politician who has served as the 25th United States Secretary of Health and Human Services and previously as the Attorney General of California.
Xavier Rhodes is a standout American football cornerback and former Minnesota Vikings player known for his Pro Bowl appearances and All-Pro selection.
Xavier Bettel is a prominent Luxembourgish lawyer and politician who has served as the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and previously as the Prime Minister of Luxembourg.
Xavier Briggs - Xavier de Souza Briggs is an American educator, social scientist, and policy expert known for his work on economic opportunity, social capital, and democratic governance, with a focus on housing and urban policy in the United States.
Xavier Kurt Naidoo is a successful German soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his solo career and as a founding member of the band Söhne Mannheims.
Xavier Henry is a former professional basketball player who played in the NBA for four and a half seasons after being drafted in 2010.
Xavier Maurice McDaniel, also known as "X-Man", is a former American professional basketball player who excelled at both small forward and power forward positions, and played for Wichita State University.
Xavier Bertrand is a prominent French politician currently serving as the president of the regional council of Hauts-de-France since 2015.
Xavier Samuel is an Australian actor known for his leading roles in films such as Adore, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse, and A Few Best Men, as well as his portrayal of Cass Chaplin in Blonde.
Xavier Ramonède is a renowned French animator and artist, recognized for his contributions to films like Nocturna and The Illusionist, the webseries Les Kassos, and his award-winning student film Le Building, as well as his featured artwork in various publications.
Xavier Melbourne Marshall is a Jamaican-American cricketer known for playing for the West Indies as a batsman and representing the United States cricket team since January 2019.
Xavier Herbert was an esteemed Australian writer, renowned for his award-winning novel Poor Fellow My Country and considered a leading figure in Australian literature.
Xavier Lamar Truesdell, also known as XL, is a multi-talented American actor, model, singer, songwriter, and producer, known for his appearances in TV shows like Las Vegas and MTV reality shows, as well as in films like Miss Congeniality 2 and Star Trek Into Darkness.
Xavier Laglais Kouassi is an Ivorian professional footballer known for his defensive skills, currently playing for Pau FC in the Ligue 2.
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