Rising since 1999, #2,363 for boys today.
Popularity of Javi since 1988
Babies named Javi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 54 |
| 2010s | 237 |
| 2020s | 354 |
Meaning & origin
Javi is a short form of Javier, a name rooted in the Basque place name Etxavier. The name entered U.S. records in 1988 and has been rising in popularity since 1999, peaking in 2023. In 2025, it ranked 2,363 with approximately 1 in 29,450 boys receiving the name. Its strongest popularity is in California and Texas, reflecting its Spanish heritage.
Javi is a short form of Javier, which itself derives from the Basque place name Etxavier, meaning 'new house' or 'castle'. The name has been borne by Spanish royalty and Saint Francis Xavier, a prominent missionary, giving it a strong cultural and religious association in the Spanish-speaking world.
Where Javi is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Xavi
Sibling names for Javi
Names that share Javi's style, for a brother or sister.
