Lionel Messi Name Meaning & Origin
/lee-oh-nel MEH-see/Name Origin
Lionel is a name of Old French origin, meaning 'little lion'. Messi is an Italian surname, likely derived from a nickname or descriptive term.
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Argentine (Hispanic) 70% -
Spanish (Hispanic) 20% -
Italian (European) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Lionel
- Last Name: Messi
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Lionel in the US (SSA Data):
Lionel Messi Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 4
People with this name tend to be: Hard-working, practical and grounded.