Messi is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the Catalan word 'mescigué', which means 'left-handed'. It is believed to have been first used as a given name in Catalonia, Spain. The name Messi has gained significant international recognition due to its association with Lionel Messi, the renowned Argentine footballer who was born into an Argentine family of Spanish descent.
The given statistics show the annual number of babies named Messi born in the United States from 2006 to 2023. Over this period, there has been a total of 201 babies named Messi.
Looking at the data year by year, we can see that the name Messi began with a steady increase in popularity between 2006 and 2010, with births ranging from 5 to 15 per year. The peak was reached in 2013 with 19 babies named Messi born that year.
After 2013, the number of babies named Messi fluctuated but remained relatively stable, with an average of around 13 births per year between 2014 and 2021. Interestingly, there was a slight dip in popularity in recent years, with only 9 births each in 2021 and 2022.
However, the name Messi seems to be making a comeback in 2023, with 14 babies named Messi born so far this year. This indicates that the name may continue to be popular among parents in the United States.
Overall, these statistics show that the name Messi has had a consistent level of popularity over the past decade and a half in the United States, with a notable peak in popularity in 2013. Despite some fluctuations in recent years, it appears that the name remains a favorite among parents looking for unique and meaningful names for their children.