boy name · Spanish origin
Javier
/ hah-vee-AIR /
Meaning
Javier means New house (Spanish).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
hah-vee-AIR
Popularity
#274 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Javier in the US, 1880–2025
Javier first appears in US records in 1917. It peaked in 2001, when 2,637 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,252.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Javier mean?
Javier comes from the Basque Etxeberria, “new house,” via Saint Francis Xavier.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Javier mean?
Javier means New house. Javier comes from the Basque Etxeberria, “new house,” via Saint Francis Xavier.
What is the origin of the name Javier?
Javier is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Javier?
Javier is pronounced “hah-vee-AIR.”
Is Javier a boy or a girl name?
Javier is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Javier?
In 2025, Javier ranked #274 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Javier most popular?
Javier was most popular in 2001, when about 2,637 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.