New house or bright
Zavi is often used as a diminutive of Xavier, which originates from the Basque place name Etxeberria meaning 'new house'. It is also sometimes associated with the Arabic name Zahavi, meaning 'gold', or Zavi meaning 'bright'.
About 16 boys were named Zavi in 2025.
Legendary Spanish footballer and manager, often called Xavi
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).