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Masih
How to Pronounce Masih
Pronounced mah-SEEH /mɑˈsiː/Medium
Meaning: From Arabic/Persian Masih, 'the Messiah; the anointed one' — Al-Masih is a revered title of Jesus (Isa) in Islam; we note the sacred titleLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Masih comes from Arabic/Persian Masih, 'the Messiah; the anointed one' — Al-Masih is a revered title of Jesus (Isa) in Islam (we note the sacred title). A lyrical, devout name (said 'mah-SEEH').
In the U.S. it appears in Persian and Christian Arab families. Rare, the-Messiah at the root, and devout.
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What does the name Masih mean?
Masih is Arabic/Persian for 'the Messiah; the anointed one' (a title of Jesus). We note the sacred title.
How do you pronounce Masih?
It's said mah-SEEH /mɑˈsiː/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Masih a boy or girl name?
Masih is a boy's name.
How popular is Masih?
Masih is a rare name in the U.S.