Messier
Meaning
Star cataloger/discoverer.
Origin
French
Pronunciation
/mɛs.je/
Traits associated with the name Messier:
Dogs named Messier tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Messier?
That you have an appreciation for astronomy and a sense of humor. Messier is a reference to the Messier catalog, a list of astronomical objects compiled by French astronomer Charles Messier in the 18th century.
Is Messier a good dog name?
Messier has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Messier isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Messier is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Messier was, in the past month, the 4836th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Messier is becoming a more popular moniker with new puppy owners. Our stats show that the name is more fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Messier was viewed 23 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Messier's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Messier is most adored in Colorado, Illinois and Washington.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Nebraska, Iowa and California.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Messier.
Most popular breeds named Messier:
- Labrador Retriever
Messier is found in these categories:
celestial
Named after a famous French astronomer, it's a star-studded choice!
Dog names like Messier:
November 03, 2023 ◆ Translated
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