Declining since 2019, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Avier since 1976
Babies named Avier per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 32 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Avier is a rare masculine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1976. It reached its peak popularity in 2018, though it remained very uncommon. Since 2019, the name has been declining in use, with a rank of 10,695 in 2025. That year, roughly 1 in 284,679 boys received the name. Avier has not been associated with any specific region or state, suggesting it is used sporadically across the country. Its appeal likely lies in its similarity to Xavier, a more established name with Basque and Spanish roots, while the modified spelling offers a distinctive feel. Parents may be drawn to its modern sound and the nickname potential of Avi.
Avier is likely a spelling variant of Xavier, itself derived from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'new house'. The name Xavier has been used as a given name in Spanish and Portuguese cultures, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Francis Xavier. Avier emerged as a modern respelling, likely influenced by the popularity of Xavier and other X-initial names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Avi, Ave, Avery
Sibling names for Avier
Names that share Avier's style, for a brother or sister.
