Messiah

Boy's name

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

Meaning Saviour, liberator
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,734
Peak year 2021

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Messiah Marcolin - Candlemass vocalist
  • Messiah El Artista - Dominican rapper and singer
  • Messiah Harris - T.I.'s son, reality TV personality
  • Messiah Johnson - Magic Johnson's son, entrepreneur
  • Messiah Yeshua - Jesus Christ, central figure in Christianity

Brothers for Messiah

Boy names closely related to Messiah

Legend Kaiden Kyrie Kameron Khalil Jasiah Omari Amir

Sisters for Messiah

Girl names closely related to Messiah

Zariyah Miracle Kalani Kali Reign Maliyah Malani Jada

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