Xaver
Pronunciation: [ z-AYV-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Xaver first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 49 babies have been named Xaver in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Xaver is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,958 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #36,958
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Xaver
Xaver is a boy name .
Xaver is currently ranked #36,958 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Xaver include Xav, Xay, Xaie, and Xavkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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