Popularity: 342
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Anointed one
Messiah is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “anointed one.” In Christianity and Judaism, the name Messiah is used to refer to a promised savior or deliverer, anointed by God. Christians believe the Messiah is Jesus Christ, while Jewish beliefs hold that the Messiah will rule the united tribes as the future King of Israel. Messiah could be considered the English version of the popular Spanish and Italian names Salvador and Salvatore, both meaning “savior.” If you’re looking for a strong spiritual name for baby, Messiah is a bold choice.
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