Xavier
Meaning: New house or bright
Origin: Basque/Arabic
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #120
Total births: 4,772
History: Xavier surged in the 2000s-2010s in Australia. Xavier is often shortened to 'Xav' in typical Australian fashion. The name carries Catholic heritage — significant in a country where Catholic schools educate a large portion of the population.
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| Current rank (2025) | #43 |
| Babies named Xavier in 2025 | 153 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 4,772 |
| Peak year | 2011 (338 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #22 |
| Years in records | 2004–2025 (22 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Xavier
What does the name Xavier mean?
Xavier means “New house or bright” from Basque/Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Xavier?
Xavier has Basque/Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “New house or bright”.
How popular is Xavier in Australia?
Xavier ranked #43 in Australia in 2025 — given to 153 babies that year.
When was Xavier most popular?
Xavier peaked in 2011 with 338 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Xavier a boy or girl name?
Xavier is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Xaviers in registered births are male.
How long has Xavier been recorded in Australia?
Xavier appears in birth records in Australia across 22 years — from 2004 through 2025.