Xabi Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSHAH-bee / /ˈʃa.bi/Basque; Spanish
Meaning
Xabi is a diminutive of 'Xabier' meaning 'new house' (Basque); it can also be associated with 'the bright one' (Spanish).
Historical & Cultural Background
In Basque culture, Xabi is a popular name derived from Xabier, which is linked to Saint Francis Xavier, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. In Spanish-speaking regions, it is often used as a modern, informal variant of traditional names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Xabier
- Javi
- Xabián
International Variants
- Xabier (Basque)
- Javier (Spanish)
Famous people named Xabi
Xabi Alonso — former professional footballer.
Xabi Prieto — retired Spanish footballer.
Fictional characters named Xabi
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xabi was first seen in the United States in 2009. Xabi has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Xabi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xabi (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |