Xanthe

X marks the spot in names these days, usually at the middles or ends of names, but here is one that puts it squarely up front.

This extravagant name, which, like many Greek names beginning with X, is pronounced as if it were a Z in English, is derived from the Greek word for the color yellow. A Homeric epithet of Demeter, Xanthe would be a striking choice, thanks to its "golden" meaning.

A consistent member of the UK Top 1000 since 2005, Xanthe was chosen by the social media star Emily Clarkson in 2024.

Pronounced ZAN-thee.

As of October 2026, Xanthe ranked #7468 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5107 in 1972, Nameberry popularity #404.