Xaver Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAH-ver / /ˈzævər/German; Spanish
Meaning
German: bright; Spanish: new house
Historical & Cultural Background
Xaver is a name of German origin, derived from the Basque place name 'Xabier', meaning 'new house'. It is commonly associated with Saint Francis Xavier, a co-founder of the Jesuit order, which contributed to its popularity in Catholic regions. The name has also been adopted in various cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America, where it is often spelled Javier.
Trend Summary
Xaver has seen limited use in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Xavier
International Variants
- Javier (Spanish)
- Xavier (French)
- Xabier (Basque)
- Saverio (Italian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xaver was first seen in the United States in 1987. Xaver has ranked as high as #1153 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Xaver has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xaver
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |