Definitions

1. noun

A masculine given name, derived from the Latin name ‘Faberius’ or ‘Basilius’, possibly related to the Latin words ‘hast’ or ‘sacred’. It was popularized by Saint Francis Xavier.

“The child was named Xavier after his grandfather’s favorite saint.”

2. proper noun

A place name, such as Xavier, Minnesota, or Xavier University.

“I’m moving to Xavier, Minnesota, for my new job.”

3. verb

To name or give the name of Xavier to something.

“The school board decided to xavier the new building after the city’s founder.”