Holding steady.
Popularity of Messina since 1974
Babies named Messina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 50 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Messina is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974. It has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its extremely low usage. The name reached its peak popularity in 1977, but even then it was uncommon. Its trajectory has remained stable, with occasional sporadic use in the decades since. The name appears to be a modern adoption of the Italian city name or surname Messina, evoking the port city in northeastern Sicily. Given its place-name origin and rarity, Messina is an unconventional choice that may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive name with Italian flair.
Messina is primarily a surname and place name, originating from the Sicilian city of Messina. As a given name, it appears to be a modern, rare usage, possibly inspired by the melodic sound of the place name or as a feminine given name in recent decades. It has no known classical or biblical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Messi, Sina
Sibling names for Messina
Names that share Messina's style, for a brother or sister.
