Popularity comparison

Lionel Messi vs Patrick Mahomes

Person Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedMay 20, 2026

By current Buzz Score, Lionel Messi is the most popular at 21.4, followed by Patrick Mahomes at 2.3. Lionel Messi has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 17.5. Lionel Messi has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 100+ during Nov 26 – Dec 25, 2022.

Current Buzz ScoreMay 19, 2026

LMLionel Messi21.490% · #33 in People

PMPatrick Mahomes2.39.9% · #2,175 in People

1-Year AverageDaily average

LMLionel Messi17.575% · #30 in People

PMPatrick Mahomes5.925% · #582 in People

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

LMLionel Messi100+71% · #12 in People · Nov 26 – Dec 25, 2022

PMPatrick Mahomes100+29% · #64 in People · Jan 12 – Feb 10, 2020

Buzz Score Over Time

Stacked daily Buzz Score

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