What origin is the name Missouri?

Missouri comes from English naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Names from the same english tradition pair naturally with Missouri — for example Mason, Jackson, Carter. You can browse more on our english names page.

Missouri

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Missouri

Missouri

Unisex

English

3 syllables

Missouri is an English unisex name meaning "Village.".

With English roots, Missouri is a unisex name that means "Village.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: English
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Village.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

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What does Missouri mean?

Missouri is a unisex name of English origin meaning "Village.".

How popular is Missouri?

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