Javier

Boy's name

Javier is a Spanish name derived from the Basque name Xabier, which means "new house" or "castle."

Meaning The new house
Origin Basque
U.S. births in 2023 1,435
Peak year 2001

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Javier Bardem - Actor known for "No Country for Old Men."
  • Javier Hernandez - Soccer player, former Manchester United forward.
  • Javier Mascherano - Retired soccer player, known for Barcelona and Argentina.
  • Javier Sotomayor - Cuban high jumper, world record holder.
  • Javier Solana - Spanish politician, former NATO Secretary-General.
  • Javier Colon - Singer, winner of "The Voice" season 1.
  • Javier Pastore - Argentine soccer player, known for Paris Saint-Germain.
  • Javier Zanetti - Retired Argentine soccer player, Inter Milan legend.
  • Javier Botet - Actor known for horror movie creature roles.
  • Javier Sierra - Spanish writer, known for historical and mystery novels.

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