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Xavier
New house, bright
Origin
Spanish
Used in
enfres
Origin and meaning of Xavier
Xavier springs from the Basque place name Etxeberria, 'new house', tied to the birthplace castle of Saint Francis Xavier (Francisco Javier), from whom the name spread through the Catholic world. Its sense evokes brightness and a fresh start. It is especially loved in Spanish- and French-speaking countries and in the United States, keeping an elegant, exotic appeal; the Spanish form Javier is among the most common names in Spain and Latin America.
Variants around the world
How Xavier sounds in other languages.
JavierSaverioXabierXaver
Famous people
- Xavier Dolan— film director
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xavier mean?
The name Xavier means New house, bright.
What is the origin of the name Xavier?
Origin of Xavier: Spanish.
What are the international variants of the name Xavier?
International variants of Xavier: Javier, Saverio, Xabier, and Xaver.