Massiah
Massiah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Anointed one.
Origin and history
Massiah is a modern variant spelling of the word Messiah, derived from the Hebrew term meaning 'anointed one'. It has gained popularity in the United States in recent years as a contemporary given name. It carries strong spiritual and modern stylistic appeal.
Popularity in the United States
1,451 babies in the United States have been named Massiah since 1880. It ranks #3276 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1369.
States where it is most popular
- FL (18.7 %)
- TX (15.4 %)
- GA (12.7 %)
- NY (12.1 %)
- CA (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 6 |
| 2000-2010 | 129 |
| 2010-2019 | 743 |
| 2020-2029 | 573 |
Fun facts
- Massiah emerged in the U.S. as an alternative spelling of Messiah, reflecting a broader trend of phonetic word names.
- The name originates from the Hebrew word 'Mashiach', traditionally referring to one anointed with holy oil.