Xavien is a modern American blend of Xavier, the Basque place name that means "new house", with the -ien ending of names like Damien. It gained attention through NFL cornerback Xavien Howard, whose years with the Miami Dolphins coincide with the name's recent rise. Xavien is still rare in the United States: it peaked at number 1644 in 2021 and ranks number 2761 in 2025.