Xaverio

Spanish variation of Xavier, Basque

"new house"

Xaverio Origin and Meaning

The name Xaverio is a boy's name.

Xaverio is a masculine name of Latin and Spanish origin, serving as a variant of Xavier. The name ultimately derives from the Basque place name Etxeberria, meaning 'the new house,' which was the birthplace of St. Francis Xavier, a 16th-century Spanish missionary. Xaverio maintains the romantic flair of Romance languages with its '-io' ending, common in Italian and Spanish naming traditions. This elegant variation offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Xavier while preserving its historical and religious significance. Though rare internationally, Xaverio enjoys some usage in Italian and Spanish-speaking regions. The name carries connotations of adventure and spiritual dedication, reflecting the influential missionary work of its saintly namesake.