Messi

“A beloved name with deep roots”

Argentina origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#6398US 2023

14Births / yr

↓Falling

158All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Messi mean and where does it come from?

The name 'Messi' is best known as the surname of Lionel Messi, one of the most famous footballers in history. The name itself does not have a specific meaning in Spanish, but it has become synonymous with excellence in soccer. The surname Messi is of Italian origin, derived from 'messo,' which means

Cultural significance

Messi has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Argentina-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a beloved name with deep roots.

Peak popularity

Reached #4967 in 2013 — currently #6398 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Messi?

Messi works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Messi Grace

How popular is Messi right now?

Declining — down 34 spots — currently #6398 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#6398 · Top 4.7%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6398	14	▼ down 34
2022	#6364	14	▲ up 2235 · +56% births
2021	#8599	9	▼ down 2095 · -31% births
2020	#6504	13	▲ up 129
2015	#6633	13	▼ down 612 · -13% births
2010	#6021	15	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Messi

Best Year2010Rank #6021

Peak Count15

Average Rank#6753

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Messi

Messi is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 158 total births recorded, Messi remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #6021 in 2010, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6398 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Messi in 2013:

Noah Jacob Liam Mason William

Messi by decade

Messi peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	17
2010s ★	128
2020s	13

💎Messi has only 158 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Messi?

Common

MesMe

What names sound and feel like Messi?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Messi also consider these

Jessi

USA · God beholds

Bessi

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Mesai

Kenya · A beloved name

Messai

North Africa · Arabic

Massi

Italy · Italian

Cressi

Celtic · A Celtic name

Messiah

American · Anointed one

Mekhi

American · American

Common questions about the name Messi

What does the name Messi mean?

Messi means "A beloved name with deep roots" — a name rooted in Argentina tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Messi?

Messi is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Messi have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Messi?

Messi originates from Argentina tradition. Argentina names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Messi trending right now?

Messi is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Messi a common or rare name?

Messi is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.