A surname-turned-given name of Italian origin
Originally an Italian surname, Messi is derived from the word 'messo', meaning 'messenger'. It has gained global recognition as a given name due to the immense fame of Argentine footballer Lionel Messi. In a naming context, it represents a modern choice often used to honor athletic excellence and legacy.
Less common today
Messi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,974 in 2013.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
World-renowned Argentine professional footballer
