Messiah

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Messiah means "anointed one" or "savior" in Hebrew. In Judaism, it refers to a future king and deliverer who will save the Jewish people and usher in a period of peace and prosperity. In Christianity, it refers to Jesus Christ as the Messiah and savior of the world.
Pronunciation
muh-SHY-uh or muh-SIGH-uh
mə-SIE-ə(English)
Popularity
According to the Social Security Administration, Messiah was the 387th most popular name for boys in the United States in 2020. It is not a very common name worldwide.

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Messiah Name meanings & History

Messiah means "anointed one" or "savior" in Hebrew. In Judaism, it refers to a future king and deliverer who will save the Jewish people and usher in a period of peace and prosperity. In Christianity, it refers to Jesus Christ as the Messiah and savior of the world. From the English word meaning "saviour", ultimately from Hebrew מָשִׁיחַ (mashiyach) meaning "anointed". The word appears in the Old Testament referring to a future king of the Jewish people. In the New Testament it is translated as Christ and is used as a title of Jesus. The name Messiah is primarily used by Jewish and Christian families who want to honor their faith and beliefs. It is a name that is most commonly given to boys, but could also be used for girls.

Zodiac Sign of Messiah: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Messiah:

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

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

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

I: Involved,Intimate,Indulgence

A: Assertive,Action,Ambitious,Angry,Aggressive,Argumentative

H: Hobnobbing,Hope,Heart's Desire,Hyper,Haggle

Messiah is:

  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Devious name
  • a Rough name
  • a Strange name
  • a Strong name
  • a Urban name

Famous People

Some famous people with the name Messiah include Messiah Johnson, an American basketball player, and Messiah Ya'Majesty Harris, the son of rapper T.I. and singer Tiny.

2.) Messiah (Male)

Usage: Hebrew

Meanings: (Hebrew) the annointed one; a hoped-for savior.


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