Xavier Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Xavier Name at a Glance

Name	Xavier
Meaning	Bright; splendid. See also Javier.
Origin	Arabic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Xavier Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Xavier means “Bright; splendid. See also Javier”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Xavier Name Origin

Our database records Xavier under Arabic origin. Browse more Arabic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Xavier a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Xavier is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Xavier

When considering Xavier for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.