Xavier
Pronounced ZAY-vee-er
- Meaning
- "New house; Bright"
- Origin
- Basque/Arabic
Xavier is most associated with Saint Francis Xavier, one of the greatest missionaries in church history. He traveled to India, Southeast Asia, and Japan, baptizing thousands and establishing churches across the Eastern world. The name embodies the missionary call to go to all nations.
Spiritual meaning
Xavier represents the global missionary calling — taking the Gospel to the ends of the earth with passion and purpose.
Related verses (KJV)
"And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature."
Mark 16:15 (KJV)