Zavier Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-vee-er / ˈzeɪviərSpanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: bright; Latin: new
Historical & Cultural Background
Zavier is a variant of Xavier, which has roots in the Basque region of Spain. The name gained popularity due to Saint Francis Xavier, a co-founder of the Jesuit order. It has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with brightness and new beginnings. The name has seen a rise in usage in the United States since the late 20th century.
Trend Summary
Zavier has experienced a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Xavier
- Zavion
International Variants
- Javier (Spanish)
- Xavier (French)
- Xavi (Catalan)
Famous people named Zavier
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Fictional characters named Zavier
Zavier is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a minor character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zavier was first seen in the United States in 1968. Zavier has ranked as high as #1042 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Zavier has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zavier (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 32 | |
| TX | 30 | |
| FL | 17 | |
| NY | 16 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| AZ | 10 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| VA | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| NM | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 29 |
| 1990 | 47 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 38 |
| 1993 | 48 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 55 |
| 1997 | 67 |
| 1998 | 105 |
| 1999 | 129 |
| 2000 | 143 |
| 2001 | 155 |
| 2002 | 173 |
| 2003 | 167 |
| 2004 | 180 |
| 2005 | 197 |
| 2006 | 248 |
| 2007 | 256 |
| 2008 | 304 |
| 2009 | 246 |
| 2010 | 310 |
| 2011 | 302 |
| 2012 | 271 |
| 2013 | 278 |
| 2014 | 248 |
| 2015 | 263 |
| 2016 | 249 |
| 2017 | 252 |
| 2018 | 216 |
| 2019 | 245 |
| 2020 | 255 |
| 2021 | 237 |
| 2022 | 241 |
| 2023 | 258 |
| 2024 | 232 |