Xavier

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Basque place name used during the Middle Ages. Influenced during the 16th century by St. Francis Xavier, a Jesuit priest and missionary who helped found the Society of Jesus (Jesuit Order). Best-known for Spanish-Cuban bandleader, Xavier Cugat, who introduced Latin American dance music. A popular name among Roman Catholic families.

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Popularity: Boys: Ranked #81 in 2012; See More Popularity Rankings

Origin: Basque; Arabic

Gender: Male

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Variations: Xaviera +; Zavia +; Add a Variation

Alternative Spellings: Javier +; Xaviar +; Xavior +; Xzavier +; Zavier +; Add an Alternative

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Famous Xaviers: Xavier Nady (baseball player); Xavier McDaniel (basketball player); Add a Famous Xavier

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