US Popularity:11433
Origin:Persian
Meaning:Monarch; Brave, strong; Ruler of heroes
A name steeped in imperial energy and antiquity, Xerxes is a masculine appellation and the Greek form of the Persian Khashayar. Noble and great, Xerxes means “monarch, brave, strong,” and “ruler of heroes” and is the perfect name for the new champion of your home. Xerxes has been borne by mighty Persian monarchs, carrying a regal and majestic legacy. The double X makes Xerxes an intriguing name some may struggle to pronounce (“zurk-seez”) but looks awesome in writing. If you’d like a timeless name as exceptional and heroic as your newcomer, Xerxes surely won’t disappoint.

Xerxes Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Xerxes is currently #3024 on The Bump
Boy:Xerxes is currently #961 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Xerxes is currently #11433 in U.S. births
Boy:Xerxes is currently #4237 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#11433
in 2022
+ 1379
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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