Xavier is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #10874 in 2025 with 9 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1997 with 30 births ranking #3813. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 57.1%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 178,585 girls born was named Xavier. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Xavier is a refined international classic whose original meaning is new house. It feels elegant and distinctive, with a long history of religious and global use.
The name spread widely through Saint Francis Xavier and later became popular far beyond the Basque-speaking world. Its modern appeal comes from its sophisticated sound and cross-cultural reach.