Xavier
BoyBasque
Xavier is a boy name of Basque origin meaning "New house or bright".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Basque
Religion
Christian
Popularity
15 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
New house or bright
Etymology
Derived from the Basque word 'etxeberria', meaning 'new house', or from 'xabier', a Basque form of the name Xavier, which is derived from the Basque word 'etxe' meaning 'house' and 'berria' meaning 'new', or possibly related to 'xavier', from Latin 'Sebastianus', meaning 'from Sebastia', a city in Asia Minor.
Famous People Named Xavier
- Xavier Bettel — Luxembourgish politician (born 1973)
- Xavier Dolan — Canadian filmmaker (born 1989)
- Xavier Marmier — French writer 1808-1892
- Xavier Boniface Saintine — French dramatist and novelist (1798–1865)
- Xavier Montrouzier — French scientist (1820-1897)
Frequently Asked Questions About Xavier
What does the name Xavier mean?
Xavier means "New house or bright", and is of Basque origin.
What is the origin of the name Xavier?
Xavier originates from Basque, commonly used in Europe.
Is Xavier a boy or girl name?
Xavier is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Xavier associated with?
Xavier is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Xavier?
Yes — notable people named Xavier include Xavier Bettel (Luxembourgish politician, born 1973), Xavier Dolan (Canadian filmmaker, born 1989), Xavier Marmier (French writer 1808-1892), Xavier Boniface Saintine (French dramatist and novelist, 1798–1865) and Xavier Montrouzier (French scientist, 1820-1897).
Last updated: June 2026