At a glance
- In short
- Xaven is a modern and unique male name with Basque origins, meaning "bright" or "splendid," symbolizing intelligence and charisma.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2019 (#10,803)
- Babies in 2019
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #10,644 in 2015
- First recorded
- 2004
Meaning of Xaven
Xaven, a male name pronounced as ZAY-ven (/zeɪˈvən/), is a unique and modern choice for your baby boy. This name has its origins in the popular name Xavier, which means "bright" or "splendid" in Basque. Xaven carries the same meaning and associations as Xavier, symbolizing intelligence, charisma, and an adventurous spirit. While not as common as Xavier, Xaven has been steadily growing in popularity in recent years. In the United States alone, there were six occurrences of the name Xaven in 2019, ranking at 10,794th place. With its distinctive sound and meaningful origin, Xaven is an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that stands out while still maintaining a sense of familiarity.
How to pronounce Xaven
- Pronounced ZAY-ven /zeɪˈvən/
Popularity of Xaven in the U.S.
Xaven was last recorded in the U.S. in 2019, ranked #10,803 with 6 babies. It peaked at #10,644 in 2015. It first appears in the records in 2004.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 2004–2019 8 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 10,803 | back (not recorded in 2016–2018) |
| 2015 | 6 | 10,644 | back (not recorded in 2014) |
| 2013 | 6 | 10,728 | ▲ 1,546 |
| 2012 | 5 | 12,274 | ▲ 13 |
| 2011 | 5 | 12,287 | back (not recorded in 2009–2010) |
| 2008 | 6 | 11,037 | back (not recorded in 2007) |
| 2006 | 5 | 12,055 | back (not recorded in 2005) |
| 2004 | 5 | 11,356 | new |
Notable people named Xaven
- Rachel Chakwa Mwewa, known as Xaven The Kopala Queen, is a Zambian rapper and singer who won Diamond TV's Female Artist of the Year award in 2022.