Xavier is a unique and distinctive name of Basque origin. The name is derived from the Basque word "Etxeberri," which means "new house." It is believed that the name was first used by Saint Francis Xavier, a renowned missionary who lived in the 16th century. Saint Xavier was born into a wealthy Basque family and dedicated his life to spreading Christianity throughout Asia. Due to his extensive travels and evangelical work, the name Xavier became popular among the faithful and has since been widely adopted as a given name. Today, Xavier is often associated with intelligence, creativity, and leadership, and continues to be chosen by parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their children.
The name Xavier had no births recorded in 2014 and 2016-2021.