Mesfin
Meaningprince · Amharic
Mesfin is an African boy name meaning “prince”, with Amharic roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- Word funMesfin doesn't repeat a single letter: 6 letters, all different.
Fewer than 5 US babies a year get this name, so SSA doesn't list it. That makes it truly rare.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Mesfin
Mesfin is a boy name of African origin meaning “prince”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a rare choice in the US, so your child is unlikely to meet another Mesfin at school.
Origin:African names
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- Unisex name: Cairo · the victorious
- Unisex name: Asa · healer
- Unisex name: Zaire · river
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- Unisex name: Amani · peace
Questions about the name Mesfin
What does the name Mesfin mean?
Mesfin means “prince” and comes from Amharic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Amir (“prince, commander”), Prince (“prince”), Emir (“commander, prince”) and Princeton (“prince's town”).
What is the origin of the name Mesfin?
Mesfin is African in origin, and its meaning traces back to Amharic. Other African names to consider are Cairo (“the victorious”), Asa (“healer”), Zaire (“river”) and Omari (“long-lived”).
Is Mesfin a boy or girl name?
Mesfin is a boy name.
What names are similar to Mesfin?
If you like Mesfin, you might also like Amir, Prince, Emir and Princeton.
What should I know before naming my baby Mesfin?
Mesfin is an African boy name meaning “prince”, with Amharic roots. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's simple to spell and say, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.