Messiah
Messiah: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Messiah?
Since 1880, 1,036 girls and 27,064 boys in the U.S. have been named Messiah (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2502 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #172 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #207 for boys, with 1,675 babies given the name.
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Messiah FAQ
How popular is the name Messiah?
Since 1880, 1,036 girls and 27,064 boys in the U.S. have been named Messiah (4% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2502 in 2006. Its highest rank for boys was #172 in 2021. In 2025 it ranked #207 for boys, with 1,675 babies given the name.
Is Messiah a boy or girl name?
Messiah is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 1,036 girls and 27,064 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).