Basque Names that Start With Z

Zaviyan

Variation of Xavier, Basque, Urdu, Arabic

"new house; brilliant, shining; slender"

A contemporary feeling choice that doesn't feel overly trendy, Zaviyan is a multicultural option with several possible meanings. Given to a small but rising number of boys in the US, it also appeared…

Zorian

Zorian is a masculine name with Slavic and Greek roots. It derives from the Slavic element 'zor' or 'zori' meaning 'dawn' or 'sunrise,' symbolizing new beginnings and hope. Some connect it to the…

Zorion

Basque

"happiness"

Zorion may seem like a funky variation of Orion or Zorro to most English-speakers, but it is a genuine Basque name meaning happiness. The feminine version of this lovely name is Zorione.

Zavi

Short form of Zavier, Basque

"the new house"

A short, snappy form of Zavier (or Xavier).

Zadornin

Basque

"Saturn"

If you want something truly different that also has an interesting origin and meaning, this is a far-out -- if not unlikely -- possibility.

Zeru

Basque

"sky"

English speakers will think you invented this one, but it's a hidden nature name from the Basque country in present-day Spain. Some may find it too close to "zero" for comfort.

Zuzen

Basque

"just, justice"

The Basque name has enough Zs in it to make it look spaceaged and trendy, but it is in fact a traditional Basque name. Despite its wonderful meaning, it may be too close to the feminine English name…