Boy
Xavier
bright, new house
About Xavier
A name steeped in sophistication and international appeal, this choice has maintained steady popularity among discerning parents worldwide. The distinctive X beginning immediately sets it apart, offering a visual and phonetic uniqueness that's hard to match. It carries an air of intelligence and refinement, often associated with individuals who are thoughtful, creative, and intellectually curious.
The name works beautifully in multiple languages, making it an excellent choice for multicultural families or those who value global citizenship. Its classic status ensures it never feels dated, yet it remains fresh enough to feel contemporary. Parents appreciate how it sounds both professional and personable, scholarly yet approachable. The name has graced everyone from saints to athletes, demonstrating its versatility across different fields and personalities, making it a truly timeless selection.
Popularity of the Name Xavier
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1890 | #812 | ||||
| 1948 | #889 | ||||
| 1949 | #864 | ||||
| 1950 | #870 | ||||
| 1951 | #797 | ||||
| 1952 | #768 | ||||
| 1953 | #711 | ||||
| 1954 | #707 | ||||
| 1955 | #694 | ||||
| 1956 | #866 | ||||
| 1957 | #690 | ||||
| 1958 | #833 | ||||
| 1959 | #667 | ||||
| 1960 | #701 | ||||
| 1961 | #596 | ||||
| 1962 | #617 | ||||
| 1963 | #586 | ||||
| 1964 | #596 | ||||
| 1965 | #619 | ||||
| 1966 | #525 | ||||
| 1967 | #554 | ||||
| 1968 | #527 | ||||
| 1969 | #522 | ||||
| 1970 | #549 | ||||
| 1971 | #487 | ||||
| 1972 | #494 | ||||
| 1973 | #475 | ||||
| 1974 | #463 | ||||
| 1975 | #457 | ||||
| 1976 | #462 | ||||
| 1977 | #427 | ||||
| 1978 | #438 | ||||
| 1979 | #508 | ||||
| 1980 | #464 | ||||
| 1981 | #447 | ||||
| 1982 | #400 | ||||
| 1983 | #364 | ||||
| 1984 | #347 | ||||
| 1985 | #322 | ||||
| 1986 | #281 | ||||
| 1987 | #241 | ||||
| 1988 | #214 | ||||
| 1989 | #210 | ||||
| 1990 | #186 | ||||
| 1991 | #176 | #186 | |||
| 1992 | #147 | #161 | |||
| 1993 | #141 | #172 | |||
| 1994 | #139 | #284 | #131 | ||
| 1995 | #148 | #330 | #133 | ||
| 1996 | #141 | #255 | #112 | ||
| 1997 | #141 | #400 | #129 | #112 | |
| 1998 | #131 | #423 | #122 | #111 | |
| 1999 | #114 | #423 | #81 | #93 | |
| 2000 | #103 | #368 | #81 | #75 | |
| 2001 | #94 | #369 | #81 | #56 | |
| 2002 | #88 | #281 | #69 | #585 | #40 |
| 2003 | #85 | #296 | #69 | #636 | #44 |
| 2004 | #88 | #288 | #55 | #39 | |
| 2005 | #87 | #272 | #57 | #36 | |
| 2006 | #78 | #291 | #54 | #421 | #34 |
| 2007 | #68 | #256 | #60 | #432 | #35 |
| 2008 | #71 | #247 | #43 | #410 | #32 |
| 2009 | #68 | #216 | #35 | #282 | #29 |
| 2010 | #71 | #170 | #29 | #268 | #29 |
| 2011 | #76 | #176 | #32 | #301 | #28 |
| 2012 | #80 | #181 | #35 | #299 | #30 |
| 2013 | #83 | #183 | #51 | #264 | #30 |
| 2014 | #88 | #237 | #50 | #345 | #36 |
| 2015 | #90 | #226 | #63 | #328 | #34 |
| 2016 | #88 | #217 | #60 | #271 | #39 |
| 2017 | #89 | #212 | #50 | #354 | #40 |
| 2018 | #88 | #246 | #57 | #382 | #40 |
| 2019 | #90 | #241 | #59 | #531 | #55 |
| 2020 | #91 | #223 | #72 | #416 | #56 |
| 2021 | #100 | #218 | #104 | #528 | #65 |
| 2022 | #100 | #224 | #71 | #628 | #69 |
| 2023 | #105 | #233 | #104 | #420 | #79 |
| 2024 | #102 | #247 | #124 | #451 | #99 |
| 2025 | #108 | #284 | #112 | #766 | #116 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Xavier
Names Similar to Xavier
Nicknames for Xavier
- Xav
- Xavi
- Zavy
- Zav
- X
Famous People Named Xavier
| Saint Francis Xavier | Catholic missionary |
| Xavier Naidoo | German singer-songwriter |
| Xavier Dolan | Canadian film director |
| Xavier Rudd | Australian musician |
| Xavier Cugat | Spanish-American bandleader |
| Xavier Malisse | Belgian tennis player |
| Xavier Samuel | Australian actor |
| Xavier Woods | American professional wrestler |
| Xavier Su'a-Filo | American football player |
| Xavier McDaniel | American basketball player |
| Xavier Doherty | Australian cricketer |
| Xavier Bettel | Luxembourgish politician |
| Xavier Gens | French film director |
| Xavier Beauvois | French film director |
| Xavier Rhodes | American football player |
| Xavier Henry | American basketball player |
| Xavier Veilhan | French artist |
| Xavier Foster | American basketball player |
| Xavier de Maistre | French writer |
| Xavier Martínez | American artist |
Characters Named Xavier
| Professor Charles Xavier | X-Men |
| Xavier Roberts | Cabbage Patch Kids |
| Xavier Foster | Inazuma Eleven |
| Xavier Pendragon | Quantum Leap |
| Xavier Holliday | The X-Files |
| Xavier Gray | Nip/Tuck |
| Xavier Plympton | Gilmore Girls |
| Xavier St. Cloud | Highlander - The Series |
| Xavier, The X-Factor | The X-Factor |
| Xavier Black | The Vampire Diaries |
| Xavier | Hotel Transylvania |
| Xavier Riddle | Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum |
| Xavier "X" Atencio | Disney Imagineer |
| Xavier Desenfans | The Musketeers |
| Xavier, The Leader | The Gifted |
| Xavier Onassis | Devious Maids |
| Xavier Holland | Being Erica |
| Xavier Remington | Supernatural |
| Xavier, The Bully | Diary of a Wimpy Kid |
| Xavier Atencio | Frozen |