Xaver

Xaver is a German form of the name Xavier and originally has its roots in a family name. The name is named after Saint Francisco de Xavier.

What does the name Xaver mean?

The first name Xaver is derived from Xavier and is connected to Saint Francisco de Xavier, a Jesuit from the 16th century from the Basque Country. He was named after his birthplace Etxeberri as well as the "Castillo de Javier" in Navarra. The meaning of the name is "the new house" or "Neuhaus". This origin is Basque and consists of the terms etxe (house) and berri (new). The use of the German form Xaver spread from the 16th century, particularly in Bavarian-speaking regions, and often in combination with Franz-Xaver. Franz Xaver, who became known as a Roman Catholic missionary, contributed to the popularity of the name. Other variants include Xaverius, Xavery, Xavi, Xavien, Xabier, Xabi, Ksawery, Saviero, Saverio, Javier, Javi, and Zavier.

Where does the name Xaver come from?

The name Xaver has Basque roots and means "the new house". The Basque terms etxe or etse stand for "the house", while beŕi or berri means "new".

How do you pronounce Xaver?

The pronunciation of Xaver is two syllables and concise. In German, the name is usually pronounced as "Xa-ver" [ˈksaːfɐ]. It begins with the distinctive consonant cluster "x", which gives the name a powerful start. The long, open "a" syllable brings expansiveness to the sound, while the gentle ending on "-ver" forms a harmonious conclusion. Xaver radiates independence and tradition - powerful, clear, and unmistakable.

When is the name day of Xaver?

The name day of Xaver is celebrated on December 3.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Xaver was mainly found in the ranks of 60 to 140 between the 1920s and early 1950s. In 1930, it reached one of its best placements at 62. During the 1950s and early 1960s, it often belonged to the top 120, but saw a decline from the mid-1960s. The name fell from 289 in 1966 to ranks around 600 to 750 by the end of the 1970s and became less frequently given.

Nicknames & pet names

Hafer / Ksafer / Ksaver / Lafer / Saver / Vere / Xacer / Xare / Xarre / Xarro / Xaurus / Xav / Xave / Xaverl / Xavi / Xavino / XL / Xoxo / Xrävvy / Xvärry / XXL / Xäivier / Xäxä

Similar first names

Xaverius

Famous people

• Frantisek Xaver Dusek (Czech composer)
• Franz Xaver (Catholic saint)
• Franz Xaver Arnold (Norwegian theologian)
• Franz Xaver Bogner (German film director)
• Franz Xaver Bucher (painter from Germany)
• Franz Xaver Freymüller (German theologian)
• Franz Xaver Gewey (Austrian actor)
• Franz Xaver Haberl (German musician)
• Franz Xaver Holzbaur (German painter)
• Franz Xaver Kappus (German writer)
• Franz Xaver Kugler (German mathematician)
• Franz Xaver Lössl (Austrian architect)
• Franz Xaver Reitterer (Austrian writer)
• Franz Xaver Renn (stonemason from Austria)
• Franz Xaver Schlechta von Wschehrd (Austrian poet)
• Franz Xaver Schmuzer (German painter)
• Franz Xaver Schnizer (composer from Germany)
• Franz Xaver Sussmayr (composer from Austria)
• Franz Xaver Told (Austrian poet)
• Franz Xaver Trips (German historian)