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Mesiah Pronunciation

Mesiah is pronounced mə-SY-ah /məˈsaɪ.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Spelling of Messiah — from Hebrew mashiach, 'the anointed one; the awaited deliverer/savior'Medium

In 30 seconds: The anointed one: Mesiah spells Messiah — 'the anointed deliverer'. Bold, devout, and aspirational (we note its sacred meaning).

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningSpelling of Messiah — from Hebrew mashiach, 'the anointed one; the awaited deliverer/savior'

U.S. rank (2024)#4641 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births22 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2017

Total births (all-time)≈ 478

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Mesiah is a spelling of Messiah — from Hebrew mashiach, 'the anointed one; the awaited deliverer/savior'. A bold, devout, aspirational modern name; we note honestly that it carries a deeply sacred religious meaning.

It registers thinly beside Messiah. Rare, the-anointed-one at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Messiah, from Hebrew mashiach ('the anointed one'), names the awaited deliverer — Mesiah is a streamlined spelling; a bold, devout modern name (its sacred meaning noted).

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Messiah — root etymology

Variations

MessiahMesaiahMasiah

Nicknames

Mesi

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Mesiah?

Mesiah is pronounced mə-SY-ah (/məˈsaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Mesiah said aloud.

How do you say Mesiah?

Mesiah is said mə-SY-ah (/məˈsaɪ.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Mesiah said aloud.

What does the name Mesiah mean?

Mesiah spells Messiah — Hebrew 'the anointed one; savior'.

Is Mesiah a boy or girl name?

Mesiah is a boy's name.

How popular is Mesiah?

Mesiah is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Messiah is more common.