Rising since 2015, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Zavi since 2012
Babies named Zavi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 72 |
Meaning & origin
Zavi is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 2012. It remains rare, ranking 5,608 in 2025, with about 1 in 106,755 baby boys receiving the name. Its popularity has been steadily rising since 2015, hitting its peak in 2023. The name has not been recorded in any top state lists, indicating its novelty. Zavi fits a broader trend of concise, 'Z'-initial names that feel contemporary and distinctive, often chosen by parents seeking a fresh alternative to more established options.
Zavi is a modern coinage, likely derived as a diminutive or respelling of Xavier (Basque origin, meaning 'new house') or as a standalone invented name. It emerged in the United States in the 2010s, following the trend of short, distinctive names with the popular 'Z' initial and 'ee' ending.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Zavy, Zavie
Sibling names for Zavi
Names that share Zavi's style, for a brother or sister.
