Rising since 1999, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Zavior since 1999
Babies named Zavior per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 148 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Zavior first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1999, a period that saw many creative respellings of established names. Its popularity peaked in 2012 when it reached rank 6446. Though the name remains uncommon, it has shown a rising trajectory since 1999. The spelling Zavior is thought to be a modern variation of Xavier, itself from the Basque 'Etxeberria' meaning 'new house.' Unlike many traditional names, Zavior has no strong ties to a specific state or region, reflecting its status as a modern, pan-cultural choice. Parents drawn to Zavior often appreciate its distinctive Z initial and familiar sound, while avoiding the ubiquity of Xavier.
Zavior is a relatively recent name, first recorded in U.S. data in 1999. It likely derives from Xavier or Javier, names rooted in the Basque place name Etxeberria meaning 'new house.' The spelling with Z might be influenced by names like Zavier or similar modern variants.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zav, Z
Sibling names for Zavior
Names that share Zavior's style, for a brother or sister.

