Find out how popular the first name Xjavier has been for the last 1 years (from 2001 to 2001) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Xjavier by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Xjavier is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2001, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Xjavier.

The history of the first name Xjavier

The name Xjavier is a unique and relatively modern variation of the traditional Spanish name Xavier. Its origins can be traced back to the Basque region of northern Spain and southwestern France, where the name Xavier is believed to have originated.

The name Xavier is derived from the Basque word "etxe," which means "house" or "homestead," and the suffix "-berri," meaning "new." Thus, the name Xavier is thought to signify "new house" or "new homestead." The letter "X" in Xavier is pronounced like the English "sh" sound.

The earliest recorded use of the name Xavier can be found in the historical records of the Basque region, dating back to the 11th century. However, the name gained widespread popularity in the 16th century due to the influence of St. Francis Xavier, a renowned Jesuit missionary and one of the founding members of the Society of Jesus.

St. Francis Xavier, born in 1506 in the Navarre region of Spain, was instrumental in spreading Christianity throughout Asia, particularly in India, Japan, and the Malay Archipelago. His missionary work and dedication to spreading the Catholic faith contributed significantly to the popularity of his name.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Xavier or its variations, including:

1. Francisco de Jasso y Azpilicueta (1506-1552), better known as St. Francis Xavier, the Jesuit missionary mentioned above.
2. Xavier Villaurrutia (1903-1950), a Mexican poet, playwright, and diplomat.
3. Xavier Díaz (born 1937), a Spanish painter and sculptor.
4. Xavier Cugat (1900-1990), a Spanish-American bandleader and musician who popularized Latin music in the United States.
5. Xavier Rudd (born 1978), an Australian multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter known for his blend of reggae, folk, and world music.

While the name Xjavier is a more recent and less common variation, it likely emerged as a creative spelling or adaptation of the traditional Xavier. The addition of the letter "j" may have been introduced to add a unique flair or to represent a different pronunciation or emphasis.

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