Messi

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Messi is a diminutive form of the name Lionel, which means "Lion". It is also derived from the surname Messi, which is a variant of the Italian surname Messina, meaning "from Messina".
Popularity
The name Messi is not among the top baby names in the world, as it is largely associated with the football player. However, it has gained some popularity in South America, particularly in Argentina and Brazil.

cartoon of the name Messi
Cartoon of Messi

Messi Name meanings & History

Messi is a diminutive form of the name Lionel, which means "Lion". It is also derived from the surname Messi, which is a variant of the Italian surname Messina, meaning "from Messina". Given in honour of Argentine football/soccer star Lionel Messi (1987-). The name Messi is mainly used as a first name for boys, particularly among football fans and admirers of the footballer Lionel Messi.

Zodiac Sign of Messi: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Messi:

M: Mother,Mommy,Mushy,Memorabilia,Maternal,Manipulative,Memory

E: Enlighten,Enliven,Entertain,Expressive,Environment,Exaggerate

S: Status,Sex,Solidity,Social Standing,Success,Sensuality,Security

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

Messi is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Complex name
  • a Serious name

Famous People

The most famous person with the name Messi is undoubtedly Lionel Messi, widely considered to be one of the greatest football players in history.

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