What does the name Messiah mean?

The name Messiah means "Saviour, liberator".

What is the origin of the name Messiah?

Messiah is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 1,734 babies were named Messiah in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, Messiah is traditionally used as a boy's name.

Boy's name

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Births Last Year: 1,734 →

All-Time Total: 25,371

Peak Year: 2021

Messiah is a Hebrew name meaning "anointed one" or "savior." It is derived from the Hebrew word "māšîaḥ," which means "anointed."

Boy names closely related to Messiah

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Girl names closely related to Messiah

Zariyah Miracle Kalani Kali Reign Maliyah Malani Jada

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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